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FL03 PVN

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2021
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

97,686 mi
Last recorded97,686 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2020
Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL03 PVN
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2020 97,686 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2020

Brake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2019

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 5 Jul 2019

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

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2018
Pass 4 Jul 2017
Pass 7 Jun 2016
Pass 5 Jun 2015 154,789 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 154,789 miles

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

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 148,824 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 141,133 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 141,113 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

Fail 30 May 2012 134,356 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 May 2012 134,356 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 125,507 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 125,507 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2010 116,421 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 116,421 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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 23 Mar 2009 107,351 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 107,351 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 7 Feb 2008 97,503 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 78,718 miles

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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FL03 PVN is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 FL03 PVN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FL03 PVN registered?

FL03 PVN is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 11 August 2003.

Is FL03 PVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL03 PVN shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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