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YJ05 ABV

2005 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

215,013 mi
Last recorded215,013 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen Dispatch90,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ05 ABV
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 30 Aug 2017 215,013 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour lens smashed showing white. (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) RACK END INNER (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill along length (2.4.A.3)

Battery insecure (1.9.1) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Aug 2016 211,858 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 208,504 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 199,450 miles

all brake pipes covered in grease

Pass 27 Aug 2013 184,074 miles

Oil leak

Fail 27 Aug 2013 184,074 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jul 2012 167,152 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 151,660 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 136,620 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 114,866 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 86,147 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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YJ05 ABV is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YJ05 ABV, 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 YJ05 ABV registered?

YJ05 ABV is a 2005 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is YJ05 ABV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ05 ABV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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