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VE54 AWU

2004 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

238,003 mi
Last recorded238,003 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2022
Typical for 2004 Citroen Dispatch92,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE54 AWU
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2022 238,003 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2022 238,001 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure insecure and blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill ( various areas) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear tyre worn outer edge and nail in tread

Pass 5 Jan 2021 220,085 miles

Both front coil springs corroded in places

Both rear coil springs corroded in places

Brake pedal anti slip rubber worn

Engine oil leaks contaminating steering & suspension rubber components

Front brake pads getting low-monitor.

Lower engine mounting rubber deteriorated

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Wishbone arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension top strut mounting plate corroded not excessive

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis outrigger corroding away but not providing any structural support (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Wishbone arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has screw in tread pattern

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis outrigger corroding away but not providing any structural support (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater dim in operation

Pass 26 Jun 2019 215,110 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 210,951 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 4 Jul 2018 210,951 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 202,793 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 194,505 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 181,552 miles

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

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

Fail 18 May 2015 181,548 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 14 Apr 2014 167,665 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 152,597 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 152,579 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 133,391 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 113,275 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 113,275 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 91,341 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 75,373 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 56,242 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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VE54 AWU is a 2004 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 VE54 AWU, 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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What year was VE54 AWU registered?

VE54 AWU is a 2004 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 16 December 2004.

Is VE54 AWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE54 AWU shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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