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SM61 UGW

2012 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

87,044 mi
Last recorded87,044 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen Dispatch91,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 UGW
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 87,044 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2025 87,044 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Jan 2025 81,113 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2025 81,113 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 75,279 miles

Nearside outer-sill damaged

Fail 5 Dec 2023 75,222 miles

Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Upper Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside outer-sill damaged

Pass 17 Dec 2022 69,728 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2022 69,694 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 63,429 miles

Nearside outer-sill damaged

Fail 7 Dec 2021 63,419 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside outer-sill damaged

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Dec 2020 58,003 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2020 57,878 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 46,802 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very close to minimum (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2018 38,310 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 33,597 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 26,295 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 14,114 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 14,114 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 13,186 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen Dispatch?

Based on 1,114,316 MOT tests across 87,828 vehicles.

68.8%
Pass Rate
8,093
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
87,828
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,685
Registration plate lamp not working 26,287
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 26,227
position lamp(s) not working 24,481
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 15,659
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SM61 UGW is a 2012 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2012 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 91,888 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Citroen Dispatch fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,685 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM61 UGW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Dispatch typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 14 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SM61 UGW registered?

SM61 UGW is a 2012 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 25 January 2012.

Is SM61 UGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM61 UGW shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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