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YH52 YBW

2002 Citroen Dispatch

Blue Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

153,891 mi
Last recorded153,891 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2024
Typical for 2002 Citroen Dispatch94,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH52 YBW
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2024 153,891 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2023 152,647 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both outer sills rusted

Pass 22 Feb 2022 151,249 miles

general corrosion underneath/sills

Pass 28 Jan 2021 150,421 miles

Nearside Rear light tape repaired

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush at body slightly deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 149,677 miles

Nearside Front indicator tape repaired

Nearside Rear indicator tape repaired

Pass 7 Feb 2019 148,310 miles

Nearside Front indicator tape repaired

Nearside Rear light tape repaired

Fail 29 Jan 2019 148,292 miles

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill corroded front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn axle to body bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box and middle pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front indicator tape repaired

Nearside Rear light tape repaired

Pass 22 Jan 2018 146,815 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn slightly on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front indicator tape repaired

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear indicator tape repaired

Pass 19 Jan 2017 143,775 miles

Nearside Rear and front inner sill showing signs of corrosion

Nearside Rear light tape repaired

Nearside Rear outer sill showing signs of corrosion

Pass 25 Jan 2016 139,633 miles

Nearside Front indicator tape repaired

Nearside Rear indicator tape repaired

Pass 3 Feb 2015 135,922 miles

nearside front indicator cracked

nearside rear indicator tape repaired

oil leak from engine

Pass 17 Jan 2014 130,190 miles

nearside rear indicator tape repaired

slight oil leak from engine

Pass 19 Jan 2013 122,760 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nearside rear lamp repaired

Pass 17 Jan 2012 113,688 miles

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

different size tyres fitted front to rear

Pass 20 Jan 2011 109,929 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 105,530 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Jan 2010 105,530 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2009 100,362 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 94,961 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 84,972 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2007 84,971 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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YH52 YBW is a 2002 Citroen Dispatch in Blue with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 94,818 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 YH52 YBW, 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 24 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YH52 YBW registered?

YH52 YBW is a 2002 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 21 October 2002.

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