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YE55 FVM

2005 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2017
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

146,169 mi
Last recorded146,169 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen Dispatch90,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE55 FVM
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2016 146,169 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended Both rear axle bushes (2.4.F.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Rear section of the offside front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Engine oil leak

Nearside Front Shocker poor damping effect

Nearside Front Wiper blade split

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 30 Jun 2016 146,168 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended Both rear axle bushes (2.4.F.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Rear section of the offside front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Engine oil leak

Nearside Front Shocker poor damping effect

Nearside Front Wiper blade split

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 135,496 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

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

both reg plate damaged/deteriorated

o/s/f slight play RACK END

o/s/r tyre wear inner edge

Fail 24 Jun 2015 135,259 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

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

both reg plate damaged/deteriorated

o/s/f slight play RACK END

o/s/r tyre wear inner edge

Fail 30 Jun 2014 120,993 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

all tyres wear on edges

front discs pitting

front reg plate damaged

highline stop not working

o/s/f RACk end slight play

o/s/r wheel rim slight damage inner edge

Pass 30 Jun 2014 120,993 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

all tyres wear on edges

front discs pitting

front reg plate damaged

highline stop not working

o/s/f RACk end slight play

o/s/r wheel rim slight damage inner edge

Pass 24 Jun 2013 104,979 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 90,598 miles

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

brake pad warning light flashing on & off (broken brake pad wear indicator wire)

Fail 13 Jun 2012 90,250 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2011 76,081 miles

centre stop lamp not working

damage to nearside front seat belt webbing

nearside outer cv boot deteriorated and slightly leaking, advise change asap

nearside rear tyre slightly out of shape

offside rear tyre cracking and slightly out of shape

slight play at offside steering rack

tow bar offside brace bar incorectly fitted

Fail 22 Jun 2011 76,081 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

centre stop lamp not working

damage to nearside front seat belt webbing

nearside outer cv boot deteriorated and slightly leaking, advise change asap

nearside rear tyre slightly out of shape

offside rear tyre cracking and slightly out of shape

slight play at offside steering rack

tow bar offside brace bar incorectly fitted

Pass 24 Jun 2010 64,487 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jun 2010 64,487 miles

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 54,423 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2009 47,650 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 47,650 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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YE55 FVM is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 YE55 FVM, 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 YE55 FVM registered?

YE55 FVM is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 31 October 2005.

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