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VU54 VLY

2004 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

150,614 mi
Last recorded150,614 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2019
Typical for 2004 Citroen Dispatch92,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU54 VLY
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2019 150,614 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2019 150,612 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Lower Wheel hub spigot mounting excessively worn ball joint moving up and down in the hub (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Wheel hub spigot mounting excessively worn ball joint moving up and down in the hub (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 130,127 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 123,933 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 119,553 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2016 119,553 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb not fitted correctly (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 102,150 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 21 Sep 2015 102,150 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 96,312 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 91,227 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2012

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2012

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

Pass 28 Nov 2011 76,943 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 66,478 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 52,864 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 47,678 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 17,950 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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VU54 VLY is a 2004 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 VU54 VLY, 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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VU54 VLY is a 2004 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 24 September 2004.

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