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YY06 APF

2006 Citroen Dispatch

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2019
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

130,485 mi
Last recorded130,485 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2019
Typical for 2006 Citroen Dispatch91,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY06 APF
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 31 Jan 2019 130,485 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to drum (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged and slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to drum (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both front outer sills corroded/weak

centre stop light not working

Pass 31 Jan 2018 127,395 miles

Offside Front outer sill weak

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from flex hoses to wheels (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 30 Jan 2018 127,395 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged reluctor ring (3.4.2)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

Offside Front outer sill weak

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from flex hoses to wheels (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 123,297 miles

Front brake pads about 70% worn

Front brakes binding slightly

Nearside Rear tyre cracked

Pass 9 Feb 2016 116,262 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 116,262 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 109,643 miles

front tyres worn thin on inner edges

Fail 4 Feb 2015 109,643 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

front tyres worn thin on inner edges

Pass 6 Feb 2014 103,590 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2014 103,590 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 85,237 miles

Front brake discs corroded

Fail 15 Aug 2012 85,234 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front brake discs corroded

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 76,077 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 61,620 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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YY06 APF is a 2006 Citroen Dispatch in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2006 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 91,980 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 YY06 APF, 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 20 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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YY06 APF is a 2006 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 16 May 2006.

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