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DF03 CVA

2003 Citroen Dispatch

Silver Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,244 mi
Last recorded138,244 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 CVA
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2017 138,244 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 132,659 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

o/s/r light lens damaged

Fail 1 Jul 2016 132,659 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

o/s/r light lens damaged

Pass 26 Jun 2015 125,272 miles

both rear lenses repaired by tape

offside front wing damaged

Pass 1 Jul 2014 121,634 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2014 121,634 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 106,367 miles

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

exhaust tailpipe corroded

o/s/f tyre feathered on outer edge

Fail 28 Jun 2013

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

exhaust tailpipe corroded

o/s/f tyre feathered on outer edge

Pass 24 Jul 2012 90,740 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 90,696 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 85,807 miles

Nearside front tyre inner and outer tread depths below 1.6mm but due to a stepped tread pattern not classed as a continuous tread pattern

Offside front tyre has a cut in the sidewall but not exposing any cords

Oil leak fron engine

Fail 10 Aug 2011 85,794 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front tyre inner and outer tread depths below 1.6mm but due to a stepped tread pattern not classed as a continuous tread pattern

Offside front tyre has a cut in the sidewall but not exposing any cords

Oil leak fron engine

Pass 14 Jun 2010 79,086 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 72,123 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2008 61,001 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)

Fail 28 Jun 2008 61,001 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 53,437 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 43,568 miles

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

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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DF03 CVA is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in Silver with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DF03 CVA, 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 DF03 CVA registered?

DF03 CVA is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is DF03 CVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF03 CVA shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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