2021 Citroen E-Dispatch 1000 X Electric · SA21 WDK

A clear mechanical theme emerges from the MOT history of this 2021 Citroen e-Dispatch, namely brake-related wear and a recent wheel bearing failure that warrant close attention. The 2024-04-18 test recorded a major failure for rear service brake fluctuation on both sides, accompanied by advisories noting front brake fluctuation and pitted or scored brake discs at both the front and rear axle. The most recent visit on 2026-05-05 returned a clean pass with no defects recorded, but the same date also shows a failure citing excessive play in the nearside front wheel bearing. Although the bearing defect was a major item, the simultaneous pass indicates it was addressed immediately or the entry relates to a re-test process. Four tests have been recorded, with two failures concentrated around braking components and a separate wheel bearing issue, suggesting that the friction and rolling assemblies have been the primary mechanical pressure points on this vehicle. With five years on the road and 28,192 miles on the odometer, this e-Dispatch has averaged roughly 5,638 miles per year, which is notably low for a commercial van. Annual testing began in 2024, indicating the vehicle was first presented for MOT in its third year, and two test events in 2024 and 2026 reflect the standard annual cycle since then. The relatively modest annual mileage may reflect light commercial use, depot-based operation, or extended periods of standing, all of which carry their own mechanical considerations. Despite the low overall mileage, the brake disc wear flagged in 2024 suggests the friction surfaces have seen meaningful working load, possibly due to the additional mass of a vehicle of this size combined with repeated urban or stop-start cycles typical of van operation. For a prospective buyer, the brake system should be the primary focus of any physical inspection. The 2024 advisories noted fluctuating front brake performance and pitted or scored discs at both ends, and although no defects were recorded in 2025 or on the 2026 pass, brake condition can deteriorate between tests. On a road test, listen for any grinding, squealing, or pulsation through the pedal under firm application, and check for pulling to one side that could indicate a binding caliper or uneven pad wear. Inspect the visible disc faces for deep ridging or a bluish heat tint, and verify that the brake fluid has been changed recently, as commercial vehicles operating with frequent regen cycles on the electric drivetrain place steady thermal demand on the braking system. The wheel bearing failure recorded on 2026-05-05 is the most recent mechanical concern and should be specifically verified before purchase. Ask for documentary evidence that the nearside front bearing has been replaced, and on a test drive, listen for a humming or rumbling noise from the front nearside wheel that rises and falls with road speed, as this is the classic symptom of a worn or incorrectly seated bearing. Also raise the front of the vehicle and check for any residual lateral play in the wheel by hand, and confirm the ABS sensor wiring near the hub is intact and undamaged. Beyond these flagged items, the low mileage makes it worthwhile checking the condition of the underbody and suspension components for surface corrosion from any periods of standing, and verifying that the 12V auxiliary battery and high-voltage system have been maintained in line with Citroen service requirements, though no specific defects in these areas are recorded in the MOT file.