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YR62 UTZ

2012 Citroen Dispatch

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

147,219 mi
Last recorded147,219 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen Dispatch91,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR62 UTZ
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 147,219 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 135,800 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt front centre ()

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

Pass 13 Jul 2023 127,637 miles

Nearside Front Lower Obligatory mirror slightly damaged door mirror missing (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 126,329 miles

Both sides sliding load area doors have faulty latching equipment, and cannot be opened from the outside.

Gear selection very stiff in one direction, and very slack in the other. It is possible to select the incorrect gear.

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working Intermittent. Lamp unit also damaged. No white light emitted. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Jul 2022 126,328 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding Unable to assess wheel bearing condition. (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Power steering component leaking Steering rack leaking at pinion. (2.1.5 (a))

Spare wheel carrier insecure Wheel loose in carrier, carrier not securely mounted to vehicle, and it is possible to release the rear fixing by hand. (6.1.5 (a))

Both sides sliding load area doors have faulty latching equipment, and cannot be opened from the outside.

Gear selection very stiff in one direction, and very slack in the other. It is possible to select the incorrect gear.

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Leaking grease. (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play RACK END (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working Intermittent. Lamp unit also damaged. No white light emitted. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 123,814 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 117,921 miles

Brake pedal reserve travel is reduced compared to the normal amount for this type of vehicle. Minimal sinking detected. I recommend a full brake inspection.

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Rear stabiliser bush. (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 37% imbalance recorded at full efforts. This only meets requirements because both wheels lock. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack wet with PAS fluid around pinion and rack body. No evidence of actual leaking or dripping during this inspection. (2.1.5 (a))

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

Fail 4 Aug 2020 117,921 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Brake pedal reserve travel is reduced compared to the normal amount for this type of vehicle. Minimal sinking detected. I recommend a full brake inspection.

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Rear stabiliser bush. (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 37% imbalance recorded at full efforts. This only meets requirements because both wheels lock. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack wet with PAS fluid around pinion and rack body. No evidence of actual leaking or dripping during this inspection. (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2019 109,352 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2019 109,347 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2017 100,926 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 10 Nov 2017 100,926 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 141,438 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 73,172 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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YR62 UTZ is a 2012 Citroen Dispatch in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2012 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 91,888 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 YR62 UTZ, 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 14 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YR62 UTZ registered?

YR62 UTZ is a 2012 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 5 November 2012.

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