CarVerify

Free Car Check

V242 FBJ

1999 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1868cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2018
Tests18 (9 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

129,981 mi
Last recorded129,981 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 1999 Citroen Dispatch112,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Citroen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationV242 FBJ
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 9 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 129,981 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

exhaust corroded

Fail 31 May 2017 129,897 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

exhaust corroded

Pass 6 Jun 2016
Fail 6 Jun 2016

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 22 May 2015 118,006 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 22 May 2015 118,006 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014

O/S load door unable to open from outside

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 3 Jun 2014

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

O/S load door unable to open from outside

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 100,532 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

tyres different sizes front to rear

Fail 9 Apr 2013 100,434 miles

Nearside Lower Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

tyres different sizes front to rear

Pass 2 Apr 2012 94,948 miles

brake load valve stiff

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

small crack in windscreen on nearside but does not affect view of road

Fail 2 Apr 2012 94,948 miles

Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

brake load valve stiff

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

small crack in windscreen on nearside but does not affect view of road

Pass 13 Dec 2007 93,538 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 13 Dec 2007 93,538 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Oct 2006 80,541 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2006 80,541 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Oct 2005 69,132 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2005 68,966 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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
Full Citroen Dispatch reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

V242 FBJ is a 1999 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 112,451 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 V242 FBJ, 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 27 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of V242 FBJ?

You can check the full history of V242 FBJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was V242 FBJ registered?

V242 FBJ is a 1999 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 30 September 1999.

Is V242 FBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V242 FBJ shows 18 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V242 FBJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on V242 FBJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.