2016 Citroen Dispatch 2.0L Diesel · SM16 CFX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a recent pass, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. While the car passed its April 2026 test at 51,219 miles, it had failed just one week prior at 51,218 miles. This failure highlighted a severely deteriorated nearside front drive shaft CV boot and significant parking brake deficiencies. The data suggests that the owner only addresses faults when necessary to avoid a failure rather than replacing worn components before they fail. At 51,219 miles over ten years, this Citroen Dispatch shows low mileage, averaging approximately 5,100 miles per year. There is a notable gap in usage between November 2022 (42,446 miles) and November 2023 (49,421 miles), where the vehicle covered nearly 7,000 miles. The low-frequency usage often leads to secondary degradation of rubber components and brake systems, which is consistent with the recurring issues found in the brake hoses and the perished CV boot identified in the most recent records. A buyer must inspect the rear braking system thoroughly, as corrosion on the brake hose ferrule has appeared in three consecutive tests since 2023. The 2023 record also noted fluctuating brakes and pitted discs, indicating that the vehicle may sit stationary for long periods, causing surface rust and caliper seizing. The buyer should also verify that the parking brake is now fully operational after the 2026 failure and check the newly replaced drive shaft boot for any signs of grease leakage or premature wear to the internal joint.