2004 Citroen Dispatch 1.9L Diesel · MF04 CCV

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, showing a consistent maintenance trend over the last five years. The most recent test conducted on 22 May 2023 at 212,652 miles passed without defects or advisories, indicating that the van was in good mechanical condition at that time. This follows a period of clean passes since 2019, suggesting that the previous owners maintained the vehicle to a standard that prevented recurring mechanical failures. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical usage for a commercial vehicle this age, averaging approximately 9,666 miles per year. Between February 2019 and May 2023, the vehicle covered 13,819 miles, representing a steady rate of operation. A brief failure occurred on 1 February 2021 at 207,854 miles, but this was rectified and passed just eight days later at 207,921 miles. This rapid turnaround suggests a minor consumable issue, such as a bulb or a minor component, was addressed immediately rather than indicating systemic neglect. Given the high mileage and age, a prospective buyer must focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and the condition of the suspension components. While the MOT history shows no recent defects, vehicles of this era and Citroen Dispatch are prone to corrosion on the sills and mounting points. You should specifically inspect for signs of weeping rust and check the state of the coil springs and bushes, as these often undergo significant wear after 200,000 miles. Since the last recorded test was over three years ago, a current roadworthiness check is essential to ensure no new degradation or fluid leaks have developed since the 2023 entry.