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BT03 XPS

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2024
Tests31 (19 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate61.3%

Mileage

168,706 mi
Last recorded168,706 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT03 XPS
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 12 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2023 168,706 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 163,330 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2022 163,313 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 157,409 miles

Offside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2021 157,376 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 150,605 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2020 150,542 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2019

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2018 140,029 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2018 140,029 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 117,246 miles

front number plate has crack

small chip in windscreen

Pass 16 Nov 2016 111,313 miles

FRONT BRAKE DISC WORN

Fail 16 Nov 2016 111,312 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases CENTRE PIPE (7.1.2)

FRONT BRAKE DISC WORN

Fail 16 Nov 2015 105,299 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Nov 2015 105,299 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 105,299 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 99,529 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2014 99,529 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 25 Nov 2013 94,605 miles

FRONT DISC SLIGHT CORRODED

O/S ST RACK SLIGHT PLAY

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 94,605 miles

FRONT DISC SLIGHT CORRODED

O/S ST RACK SLIGHT PLAY

Pass 23 Nov 2012 89,863 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 86,606 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 83,606 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 78,687 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2010 78,687 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

steering arm o/s front slight end play

Pass 20 Nov 2009 73,772 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 69,812 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

spare tyre on legal limit

Pass 22 Nov 2007 66,474 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 62,416 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f outer tyre wall condition

play in steering rack

Pass 20 Jul 2006 62,129 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2006 62,129 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Citroen Dispatch?

Based on 1,114,316 MOT tests across 87,828 vehicles.

68.8%
Pass Rate
8,093
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
87,828
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,685
Registration plate lamp not working 26,287
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 26,227
position lamp(s) not working 24,481
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 15,659
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BT03 XPS is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.3%.

Across all 2003 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 91,010 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Citroen Dispatch fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,685 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BT03 XPS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Dispatch typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BT03 XPS registered?

BT03 XPS is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 17 June 2003.

Is BT03 XPS safe to buy?

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