2007 CITROEN DISPATCH1.6L Diesel

The most recent MOT on 6 June 2022 at 234 231 miles passed the vehicle but raised two advisories: the front bumper was insecure and the front brake pads were wearing thin (1.1.13 (a)(ii)). The preceding test in May 2021 at 218 613 miles had failed with front brake pad thickness below 1.5 mm, a hydraulic cylinder leak, brake imbalance across both axles and an insecure front bumper. Earlier failures in 2014 included excessive play in the offside front lower suspension arm, missing anti‑slip provisions on the brake and clutch pedals, and a damaged mirror. The pattern of brake‑related defects, suspension wear and structural issues indicates a worsening maintenance trend rather than a stable or improving condition. The vehicle is a 2007 model and, as of 30 July 2026, carries 234 231 miles – roughly 12 300 miles per year, a high rate for its age. MOT entries show a notable jump from 218 613 miles in May 2021 to 234 231 miles just twelve months later, suggesting heavy recent use. Earlier records are sparse: a pass at 183 364 miles in May 2019, a pass at 99 842 miles in September 2017 and a pass at 157 841 miles in September 2016 (the latter appears out of chronological order). The limited data for the first decade and the rapid mileage accumulation in the last few years point to inconsistent servicing and high annual mileage. A buyer should inspect the braking system closely: measure front brake pad thickness, listen for uneven pedal feel, check for hydraulic fluid leaks at the cylinder and verify that the rear brakes operate evenly. The front lower suspension arm ball joint should be examined for excessive play, and the front drop‑link bushes inspected for perishing. Structural items such as the front bumper security, driver’s door catch, mirror condition and exhaust heat shield must be checked for corrosion or looseness. Tyre condition is critical – the front tyres were noted worn close to the legal limit in 2013 and a rear tyre was close to the limit in 2012; a visual inspection should confirm tread depth and look for any tears. Finally, engine oil leaks (noted repeatedly from 2015 onward) and turbo oil leak should be assessed, as should the parking brake efficiency, which was flagged as marginal in 2012.