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Y238 FRB

2001 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

147,817 mi
Last recorded147,817 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2018
Typical for 2001 Citroen Dispatch100,735 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY238 FRB
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2018 147,817 miles

rear brake pipes surface rust

Fail 7 Dec 2018 147,814 miles

Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened sub frame front jacking points (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre has ply or cords exposed both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

rear brake pipes surface rust

Pass 13 Jun 2017 140,970 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section (7.1.2)

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

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

high level stop not working

Fail 13 Jun 2017 140,970 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section (7.1.2)

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

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

high level stop not working

Pass 13 Jun 2016 131,120 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 122,099 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 111,210 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 111,210 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 101,741 miles

exhaust corroded,high level brake light inop

Fail 30 May 2013 101,706 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

exhaust corroded,high level brake light inop

Pass 31 May 2012 93,300 miles

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

brake fluid misting servo area

Pass 3 Jun 2011 85,626 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 85,626 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

hi level stop light not working

Pass 18 May 2010 77,678 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 77,678 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 May 2009 69,878 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

oil filler cap missing

Fail 8 May 2009 69,878 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

oil filler cap missing

Pass 10 May 2008 63,508 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 52,130 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 35,435 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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Y238 FRB is a 2001 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2001 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 100,735 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 Y238 FRB, 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 25 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y238 FRB registered?

Y238 FRB is a 2001 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 24 July 2001.

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