2007 Citroen Dispatch — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 13,513 MOT tests, the 2007 Citroen Dispatch recorded a 69.7% pass rate. Vans of a similar age fail 29.1% of the time, so this is 1.2pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 20.3% of all tests — 4.5 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are joints, position lamp and ball joint — joints alone was recorded 1,291 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 26.2% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 32.1% once past 150k.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 31.5% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 20.3% | 2,750 |
| 2 | Suspension | 15.9% | 2,145 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 13.8% | 1,863 |
| 4 | Brakes | 11.5% | 1,555 |
| 5 | Visibility | 7.9% | 1,071 |
| 6 | Tyres | 5.7% | 769 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joints | 1,291 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 1,279 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 1,000 |
| 4 | Stop lamp | 818 |
| 5 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 732 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 708 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 31.5% | 4,255 |
| 2 | Emissions & environmental | 31.1% | 4,196 |
| 3 | Brakes | 28.1% | 3,792 |
| 4 | Tyres | 26.5% | 3,581 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 22.0% | 2,975 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 17.3% | 2,332 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 168 | 26.2% |
| 30-60k | 340 | 23.8% |
| 60-90k | 1,320 | 27.7% |
| 90-120k | 2,607 | 29.1% |
| 120-150k | 2,999 | 29.7% |
| 150k+ | 5,840 | 32.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3,652 | 30.2% |
| 2022 | 3,200 | 30.0% |
| 2023 | 2,734 | 30.7% |
| 2024 | 2,228 | 30.8% |
| 2025 | 1,699 | 29.9% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Dispatch
On a 2007 Dispatch, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 20.3% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (20.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (15.9% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Body, structure & corrosion (13.8% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2007 Citroen Dispatchs pass their MOT?
69.7% of the 13,513 2007 Citroen Dispatch MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 30.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Citroen Dispatch?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 20.3% of tests, followed by suspension (15.9%).
Does the 2007 Dispatch get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 26.2% in the 0-30k band to 32.1% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 13,513 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.