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FL53 CZJ

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 CZJ
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2023

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipes corroded but not excessive (1.1.11 (c))

Front Both side front cv gaiter boot clips loose

Front Service brake binding but not excessively Both side front brakes binding slightly (1.2.1 (f))

Slight surface corrosion to underside of vehicle but not structural

Pass 1 Nov 2022 63,879 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipes corroded where clipped but not excessive (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Cv boot clip loose (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Slight corrosion to both side rear inner sills but not excessive

Pass 10 Nov 2021 62,618 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Slight stone chips on screen but not affecting drivers view

Pass 4 Nov 2020 61,413 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

slight stone chip on windscreen but not affecting drivers view

Pass 5 Nov 2019 60,636 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 59,151 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 57,210 miles

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

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured side repeater lamps (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front hole in headlamp lense

Pass 22 Nov 2016 54,912 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front hole in headlamp lense

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt requires new band clip (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust silencer (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 52,598 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear exhaust support rubber missing

handbrake lever has side play

Fail 6 Nov 2015 52,598 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

Offside Rear exhaust support rubber missing

handbrake lever has side play

Pass 20 Nov 2014 50,762 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 48,488 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 46,384 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 43,144 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 40,031 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 36,709 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 32,365 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 28,783 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 24,101 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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FL53 CZJ is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 FL53 CZJ, 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 FL53 CZJ registered?

FL53 CZJ is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is FL53 CZJ safe to buy?

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