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YC05 ULP

2005 Citroen Dispatch

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

287,634 mi
Last recorded287,634 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen Dispatch90,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC05 ULP
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2015 287,634 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 287,624 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front drive shaft coupling bearing fastener insecure (2.5.C.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 159,046 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 21 May 2009 137,948 miles

SLIGHT ENGINE OIL LEAK

SLIGHT MOVEMENT IN FRONT LOWER REAR SUSPENSION ARM BUSHES

Pass 8 May 2009 137,935 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008

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

advise n/s/f mirror cover damaged

advise play in o/s/f steering rack

Oil leak

Fail 29 Apr 2008

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

advise n/s/f mirror cover damaged

advise play in o/s/f steering rack

Oil leak

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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YC05 ULP is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 YC05 ULP, 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 YC05 ULP registered?

YC05 ULP is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 30 April 2005.

Is YC05 ULP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC05 ULP shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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