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YX09 CAU

2009 Citroen Dispatch

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

72,965 mi
Last recorded72,965 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2021
Typical for 2009 Citroen Dispatch96,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX09 CAU
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2021 72,965 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 72,936 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 63,930 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 59,302 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2017 55,003 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 49,202 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 49,202 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 45,148 miles

Centre Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

wiper smear windscreen but not enough to fail

Fail 29 Jan 2015 45,148 miles

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Centre Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

wiper smear windscreen but not enough to fail

Pass 12 Feb 2014 40,746 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2014 40,746 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 34,593 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 28 Feb 2013 34,593 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 25,368 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 25,368 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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YX09 CAU is a 2009 Citroen Dispatch in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2009 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 96,476 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 YX09 CAU, 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 17 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YX09 CAU registered?

YX09 CAU is a 2009 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is YX09 CAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX09 CAU shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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