2019 Citroen Dispatch 1.6L Diesel · SY68 XYO

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning pattern of neglecting recurring mechanical defects. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 62,871 miles was a pass, the offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot was flagged as severely deteriorated. This exact fault was also recorded during the December 2024 test at 53,694 miles, indicating that the owner failed to address a known issue despite a formal advisory warning. The mileage progression is consistent with a seven-year-old van, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per annum. Between the January 2022 test at 27,629 miles and the December 2025 test at 62,871 miles, the vehicle covered 35,242 miles, suggesting steady use rather than long periods of inactivity. However, the gap between the drive shaft faults suggests that the owner is only reacting to MOT requirements rather than performing preventative maintenance. A buyer must conduct a physical inspection of the offside front assembly to determine if the deteriorated boot has caused damage to the CV joint itself. A torn boot allows grit ingress and grease egress, leading to premature joint failure and clicking noises during steering. The history also shows recurring issues with registration plate lamps in both 2022 and 2023, which points to a trend of overlooking minor electrical faults until they are officially flagged. Check the front suspension for uneven wear, as the 2022 advisory noted a tyre worn specifically on the edge.