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2004 Citroen Dispatch 1.9L Diesel · BX54 ABN

BX54 ABN

2004 Citroen Dispatch (1.9L, diesel). First registered 03/09/2004. Recorded mileage 100,385 miles. MOT valid until 11/10/2026. Taxed until 01/12/2026.

Make & Model
CITROEN DISPATCH
Year / Origin
2004 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 11/10/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/12/2026)
Recorded Mileage
100,385 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 11/10/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/12/2026
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2004
Engine
1868cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history indicates a period of recent instability. While the vehicle passed its most recent test on 13 October 2025 with no recorded defects, this followed an immediate failure on the same day, which in turn was preceded by a failure in August 2025. This cluster of results suggests the vehicle recently encountered mechanical or structural issues that required urgent rectification to regain compliance, rather than a stable trend of consistent upkeep. Data regarding mileage accumulation is sparse, making a full assessment of usage patterns impossible. The only recorded figure is 100,385 miles as of 9 August 2024. Without subsequent readings from the 2025 or 2026 tests, it is impossible to determine if the vehicle is performing high-mileage work or is sitting stationary. The gap in data between the 2024 and 2025 tests obscures the rate of wear on consumable components and the age of the actual service intervals. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity and suspension components, given the vehicle's age and the recent testing failures. Because the record does not list specific reasons for the failures in August and October 2025, there is a risk of hidden corrosion on the chassis or mounting points common in Citroen vans of this era. Attention should also be paid to the brake lines and suspension bushes to ensure that the recent pass was not merely a temporary fix for worsening mechanical fatigue.

BX54 ABN Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 13/10/2025
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
75
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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BX54 ABN MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 19 Sept 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Citroen Dispatch (BX54 ABN) between August 2023 and October 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 13 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Steering (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stren”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”.

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