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VK05 XVZ

2005 Citroen Dispatch

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests32 (19 pass, 13 fail)
Pass rate59.4%

Mileage

9,897 mi
Last recorded9,897 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Dispatch90,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 XVZ
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 13 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 9,897 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2026 9,897 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 97,544 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024
Fail 11 Jan 2024

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

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2023 93,694 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 91,563 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration inter cooler holed could be the cause (8.2.1.2 (g))

Fail 6 Dec 2021 91,563 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration inter cooler holed could be the cause (8.2.1.2 (g))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill corroded small hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 89,187 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019

nearside & offside front shock absorbers has limited damping effect

Fail 18 Jun 2019

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

nearside & offside front shock absorbers has limited damping effect

Pass 17 May 2018 88,176 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 88,176 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2017

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

centre brake light not working

Pass 18 May 2016
Fail 18 May 2016

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 7 May 2015
Fail 7 May 2015

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

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

Pass 1 May 2014

Oil leak

offside front tyre worn close to wear indicator and close to legal limit

Fail 1 May 2014

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

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

offside front tyre worn close to wear indicator and close to legal limit

Pass 4 May 2013 83,958 miles

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

high level brake light not working

lower front bumper damaged/detached

offside wiper blade slightly insecure

Fail 4 May 2013 83,958 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

high level brake light not working

lower front bumper damaged/detached

offside wiper blade slightly insecure

Fail 30 Jun 2012 79,234 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2012 79,234 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Jun 2011 70,125 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 70,125 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2010 57,019 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 3 Jul 2010 57,019 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 6 Jul 2009 45,720 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 45,720 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 41,224 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 10,785 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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VK05 XVZ is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 32 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.4%.

Across all 2005 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 90,834 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 VK05 XVZ, 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 21 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VK05 XVZ registered?

VK05 XVZ is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 25 April 2005.

Is VK05 XVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK05 XVZ shows 32 tests with a 59.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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