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VE04 RKA

2004 Citroen Dispatch

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

146,459 mi
Last recorded146,459 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2022
Typical for 2004 Citroen Dispatch92,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE04 RKA
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2022 146,459 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes coated (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Manufacturers engine and body/sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside sills corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 145,836 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened badly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at abs unit (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 140,517 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2019

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2018

Front subframe heavy corrsion

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear both rear sills corrsion

Pass 8 Aug 2017

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush both rear (2.4.G.2)

Rear lower sills both sides paint bubble

Pass 11 Aug 2016 123,999 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 118,005 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2015 118,003 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 112,170 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 105,046 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 95,877 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 83,439 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 71,179 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 71,179 miles

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 62,618 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 52,820 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 43,062 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 43,062 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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VE04 RKA is a 2004 Citroen Dispatch in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2004 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 92,795 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VE04 RKA, 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 22 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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VE04 RKA is a 2004 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 22 June 2004.

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