MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
182,285 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Coolant leak ()
Coolant leak ()
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
Nearside Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
engine oil leaks
Brake load sensing valve defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
Rear registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
Nearside Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
Nearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
engine oil leaks
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
subframes corroded
underbody and suspension corroded,backpanel weak
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Oil leak
backpanel corroded and weak
corrosion to brake pipes
Oil leak
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Oil leak
Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Oil leak
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
How Reliable is the Citroen Dispatch?
Based on 1,114,316 MOT tests across 87,828 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FG53 TVW is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 performed better than the average for its year.
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 FG53 TVW, 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 FG53 TVW registered?
FG53 TVW is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 10 October 2003.
Is FG53 TVW safe to buy?
The MOT history for FG53 TVW shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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