2017 Citroen Dispatch 2.0L Diesel · DP17 LZX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of neglected deferred mechanical repairs. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 98,359 miles was a pass, it carried an advisory for a split offside rear upper spring damper. This follows a failure just two days prior where the vehicle failed on lighting and drivetrain issues. The persistence of the drive shaft CV boot failure across three years suggests that the previous owner only addressed critical components when they directly threatened an MOT pass. The mileage progression is consistent with a nine-year-old van, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year. There is a significant gap of 15,282 miles between July 2024 at 83,073 miles and September 2025 at 98,315 miles. This rate of use indicates regular operation, which places steady stress on rubber components and suspension hardware. The failure to rectify the deteriorating CV boot over such a long interval indicates that the vehicle has likely been subjected to heavy use without proactive preventative maintenance between annual inspections. A buyer must physically inspect the offside front drive area to ensure the CV boot has been properly replaced and that no grease leakage has contaminated the joint. The advisory for the split offside rear upper spring damper requires immediate attention, as failed dampers can lead to premature spring failure and compromised vehicle handling. Given the history of an oil leak noted in the 2025 failure, a thorough inspection of the engine bay and gearbox seals is necessary to determine if the leak was rectified or if it remains an active issue that could worsen over time.