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Citroën Dispatch

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,905 cc

T298 SHUMOT history

T298 SHU is a blue diesel Citroën Dispatch first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Mar 2023 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 178,075 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Mar 2023
Mileage
178,075 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2022
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,195 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T298 SHU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Dispatch
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,905 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T298 SHU was last recorded at 178,075 miles on 18 Mar 2022, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,069 miles · 17 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
4,195 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 178,075 miles
  • 2020 – 174,841 miles
  • 2019 – 170,482 miles
  • 2018 – 167,893 miles
  • 2016 – 156,285 miles
  • 2015 – 150,556 miles
  • 2014 – 144,453 miles
  • 2013 – 139,408 miles
  • 2012 – 134,400 miles
  • 2011 – 129,820 miles
  • 2010 – 125,457 miles
  • 2009 – 124,294 miles
  • 2007 – 121,425 miles
  • 2006 – 120,743 miles
  • 2005 – 108,757 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,075 miles
  • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering bottle (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories 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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Offside & Nearside

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,075 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    178,075 miles
    Test number
    718413697732
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering bottle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  2. Fail178,069 miles (+3,228)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,069 miles
    Test number
    796535475180
    • MajorFront Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions tyre bigger than rear (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering bottle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  3. Pass174,841 miles (+4,359)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    174,841 miles
    Test number
    820529500603
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Offside & Nearside (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Offside & Nearside
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass170,482 miles (+2)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    170,482 miles
    Test number
    608321781747
    • MinorNearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) offside & nearside
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm & worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm & worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside & nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Fail170,480 miles (+2,587)4 major4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,480 miles
    Test number
    237703731500
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) offside & nearside
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm & worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm & worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside & nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass167,893 miles (+10)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    167,893 miles
    Test number
    152557009143
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively offside & nearside (3.7.B.3)
  7. Fail167,883 miles (+11,598)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,883 miles
    Test number
    487210383561
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases after cat joint (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively offside & nearside (3.7.B.3)
  8. Pass156,285 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    156,285 miles
    Test number
    280456406542
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  9. Fail156,285 miles (+5,729)10 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,285 miles
    Test number
    440297583392
    • FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake caliper locking device missing (3.5.1l)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  10. Pass150,556 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    150,556 miles
    Test number
    861501845273
    • AdvisoryFront Ball joint has slight play inner rack ends (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly lipped and worn
    • AdvisoryFront wipers slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside front damage to sidewall of tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  11. Fail150,556 miles (+1)2 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,556 miles
    Test number
    658349245280
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Ball joint has slight play inner rack ends (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly lipped and worn
    • AdvisoryFront wipers slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside front damage to sidewall of tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  12. Fail150,555 miles (+6,102)1 dangerous5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,555 miles
    Test number
    983958475091
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush both bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureLower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Ball joint has slight play play in inner rack ends (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly lipped and worn
    • AdvisoryOffside rear nail in tyre
  13. Pass144,453 miles (+4)8 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    144,453 miles
    Test number
    417374454250
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront brake discs badly lipped and worn
    • NoteFront exhaust slightly deteriorated
    • NoteNearside front headlight slightly loose at mounting
  14. Fail144,449 miles (+5,041)8 failures8 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,449 miles
    Test number
    219532854269
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting worn and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront brake discs badly lipped and worn
    • NoteFront exhaust slightly deteriorated
    • NoteNearside front headlight slightly loose at mounting
  15. Pass139,408 miles (+11)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    139,408 miles
    Test number
    385076453236
    • DangerousNail in nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  16. Fail139,397 miles (+4,997)1 dangerous10 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,397 miles
    Test number
    369624153212
    • DangerousNail in nearside rear tyre
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Outer Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  17. Pass134,400 miles (+4,580)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    134,400 miles
    Test number
    997917552277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass129,820 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    129,820 miles
    Test number
    668827151275
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  19. Fail129,803 miles (+4,346)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,803 miles
    Test number
    609735941220
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)
    • FailureOffside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  20. Fail125,457 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,457 miles
    Test number
    313732850451
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  21. Pass125,457 miles (+1,163)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    125,457 miles
    Test number
    794132150233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass124,294 miles (+2,869)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    124,294 miles
    Test number
    233829489448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass121,425 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    121,425 miles
    Test number
    751115007311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail121,425 miles (+682)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,425 miles
    Test number
    410634607403
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
  25. Pass120,743 miles (+11,986)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    120,743 miles
    Test number
    374116486291
    • NoteOffside cv boot seeping. slight play in offside of steering rack.
  26. Pass108,757 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    108,757 miles
    Test number
    232721255267
    • NoteAdvisorys attatched

Questions about T298 SHU

Does T298 SHU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T298 SHU expired on 17 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T298 SHU?
The MOT on T298 SHU expired on 17 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T298 SHU done?
T298 SHU was recorded at 178,075 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2022, an average of 4,195 miles a year.
Has T298 SHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T298 SHU has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T298 SHU 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 T298 SHU find?
T298 SHU passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2022 with 3 advisories: hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering bottle; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate.

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