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WG12 XLU

2012 Citroen Dispatch

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2025
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

224,096 mi
Last recorded224,096 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 Citroen Dispatch91,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG12 XLU
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2024 224,096 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2024 224,096 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 186,039 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2023 186,039 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2022 159,700 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 114,523 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 109,392 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 103,764 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 85,350 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 63,715 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 63,715 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 52,015 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 52,015 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 37,016 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nsf tyre tread worn 2mm

nsr tyre worn 3mm

osf tyre worn 3mm

wheel trims fitted obscuring some components

Fail 11 Jul 2015 37,016 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nsf tyre tread worn 2mm

nsr tyre worn 3mm

osf tyre worn 3mm

wheel trims fitted obscuring some components

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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WG12 XLU is a 2012 Citroen Dispatch in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 91,888 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 WG12 XLU, 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 14 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WG12 XLU registered?

WG12 XLU is a 2012 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 24 July 2012.

Is WG12 XLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG12 XLU shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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