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Citroën Dispatch

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,868 cc

T126 VAEMOT history

T126 VAE is a red diesel Citroën Dispatch first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 95,758 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Aug 2025
Mileage
95,758 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2024
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
1,831 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T126 VAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Dispatch
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,868 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T126 VAE was last recorded at 95,758 miles on 22 Aug 2024, 118 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,640 miles · 8 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
118 miles
Average per year
1,831 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 95,758 miles
  • 2023 – 95,640 miles
  • 2022 – 95,000 miles
  • 2021 – 94,626 miles
  • 2020 – 94,198 miles
  • 2019 – 92,685 miles
  • 2018 – 91,794 miles
  • 2017 – 91,031 miles
  • 2016 – 90,086 miles
  • 2015 – 88,736 miles
  • 2014 – 87,029 miles
  • 2013 – 85,272 miles
  • 2012 – 82,993 miles
  • 2011 – 79,867 miles
  • 2010 – 77,257 miles
  • 2009 – 73,873 miles
  • 2008 – 70,464 miles
  • 2007 – 66,324 miles
  • 2006 – 62,457 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 15 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. FailMileage not read3 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    709107732420
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass95,758 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    95,758 miles
    Test number
    214905739026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail95,758 miles (+118)2 dangerous2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,758 miles
    Test number
    260737666272
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass95,640 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    95,640 miles
    Test number
    440957640333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail95,640 miles (+640)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,640 miles
    Test number
    486893831240
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass95,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    95,000 miles
    Test number
    453421805776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail95,000 miles (+374)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,000 miles
    Test number
    667166431013
    • Repaired at testNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  8. Pass94,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    94,626 miles
    Test number
    769327307798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail94,626 miles (+428)3 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,626 miles
    Test number
    969473894184
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass94,198 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    94,198 miles
    Test number
    163369014502
    • AdvisoryHEADLIGHT POOR CONDITION
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail94,198 miles (+1,513)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,198 miles
    Test number
    211930086020
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHEADLIGHT POOR CONDITION
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass92,685 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    92,685 miles
    Test number
    124177314541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail92,685 miles (+891)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,685 miles
    Test number
    794314905482
    • MajorFront Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened sub frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass91,794 miles (+763)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    91,794 miles
    Test number
    451356795331
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass91,031 miles (+945)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    91,031 miles
    Test number
    270046437616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass90,086 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    90,086 miles
    Test number
    860627600720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail90,086 miles (+1,350)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,086 miles
    Test number
    789760929807
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass88,736 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    88,736 miles
    Test number
    876050795119
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Fail88,736 miles (+1,707)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,736 miles
    Test number
    905120295175
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Fail87,029 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,029 miles
    Test number
    378930514295
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Pass87,029 miles (+1,757)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    87,029 miles
    Test number
    997120614261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  22. Pass85,272 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    85,272 miles
    Test number
    229254683412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail85,272 miles (+2,279)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,272 miles
    Test number
    906374183177
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass82,993 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    82,993 miles
    Test number
    265401402271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  25. Fail82,993 miles (+3,126)2 failures1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,993 miles
    Test number
    446391702242
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  26. Pass79,867 miles (+2,610)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    79,867 miles
    Test number
    517976981168
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Pass77,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    77,257 miles
    Test number
    413349170127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail77,257 miles (+3,384)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,257 miles
    Test number
    413089070163
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

  29. Fail73,873 miles6 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,873 miles
    Test number
    294117579492
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

  30. Pass73,873 miles (+3,409)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    73,873 miles
    Test number
    333877379163
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

  31. Pass70,464 miles (+4,140)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    70,464 miles
    Test number
    670938178119
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass66,324 miles (+3,867)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    66,324 miles
    Test number
    282256877193
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  33. Pass62,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    62,457 miles
    Test number
    202056766437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T126 VAE

Does T126 VAE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T126 VAE expired on 21 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T126 VAE?
The MOT on T126 VAE expired on 21 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T126 VAE done?
T126 VAE was recorded at 95,758 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2024, an average of 1,831 miles a year.
Has T126 VAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T126 VAE has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T126 VAE ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T126 VAE find?
T126 VAE failed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 3 major defects, 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively; offside front brake pipe excessively corroded; offside windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 9 more.

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