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WV55 WJU

2005 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Citroen Dispatch90,834 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV55 WJU
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2020

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 16 Nov 2018

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

Pass 17 Nov 2017

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 167,624 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Oct 2015 163,504 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

oil leak

Fail 22 Oct 2015 163,504 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported back box (7.1.1)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

oil leak

Pass 16 Oct 2014 160,257 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Oil leak

rear exhaust mount broken but exhaust still secure

wipers poor

Pass 15 Oct 2013 150,566 miles

Oil leak

n/s dip poor pattern

Fail 15 Oct 2013 150,566 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Oil leak

n/s dip poor pattern

Pass 18 Oct 2012 143,525 miles

Oil leak

exhaust hanger broken still securely mounted

offside front tyre shows possible signs of rubbing

Pass 22 Oct 2011 120,517 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

off side front tyre possibly fouling inner wing

Fail 15 Oct 2011 119,915 miles

Rear Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

off side front tyre possibly fouling inner wing

Pass 23 Oct 2010 78,671 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 58,929 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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WV55 WJU is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 WV55 WJU, 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.

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What year was WV55 WJU registered?

WV55 WJU is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 24 October 2005.

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