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SX02 DPZ

2002 Citroen Dispatch

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2020
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

136,229 mi
Last recorded136,229 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2019
Typical for 2002 Citroen Dispatch94,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSX02 DPZ
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2019 136,229 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 131,357 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak ()

Fail 12 Sep 2017 131,349 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Jul 2016 121,028 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 121,021 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jul 2015 108,607 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 98,698 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 98,698 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 87,732 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 75,744 miles

Offside Front Upper Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

airbag warning light on

Pass 22 Jun 2011 72,012 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 72,010 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 May 2010 66,591 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 28 May 2010 66,591 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 62,013 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 58,085 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 45,822 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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SX02 DPZ is a 2002 Citroen Dispatch in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2002 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 94,818 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 SX02 DPZ, 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 24 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SX02 DPZ registered?

SX02 DPZ is a 2002 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 31 July 2002.

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