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VK05 XWG

2005 Citroen Dispatch

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,144 mi
Last recorded86,144 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2013
Typical for 2005 Citroen Dispatch90,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 XWG
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2013 86,144 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 80,460 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 73,953 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 6 Jun 2011 73,945 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 70,082 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

brake pedal rubber cover missing. (grips on pedal)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 66,712 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2008 64,124 miles

Grease found around nearside constant velocity joint area but no split found in constant velocity gaiter.

Fail 12 Jun 2008 64,124 miles

Grease found around nearside constant velocity joint area but no split found in constant velocity gaiter.

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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 XWG is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 VK05 XWG, 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 XWG registered?

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

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