2004 · 20 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2004 Citroen Dispatch MOT pass rate and common faults

543 MOT tests in 2024. 50.6% passed first time, compared with 56.4% for all cars the same age.

90Well below average
Passed first time50.6%
Failed or needed repairs49.4%
Typical mileage at test131,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 543 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength11.6%
  2. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt8.8%
  3. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases5.3%
  4. Position lamp: not working5.0%
  5. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced4.6%
  6. Suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn4.1%
  7. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively3.9%
  8. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm3.9%
    35 marked dangerous
  9. Service brake imbalance: across an axle3.3%
  10. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded3.3%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Suspension35.0%
  2. Lights & electrics33.0%
  3. Body & chassis27.6%
  4. Brakes23.4%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)9.4%
  6. Tyres9.4%
  7. Seat belts & airbags7.0%
  8. Steering5.0%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine25.8%
  2. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm16.0%
  3. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded14.0%
  4. Coil spring: corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened10.5%
  5. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure9.9%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2004 Citroen Dispatch?

In 2024, 50.6% of 2004 Citroen Dispatch cars passed their MOT first time, across 543 tests. The average for all 20-year-old cars was 56.4%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2004 Citroen Dispatch?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases. The biggest problem area was suspension.

Is the 2004 Citroen Dispatch reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 90, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).