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FLZ 5972

1997 Citroen Dispatch

Black Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

243,456 mi
Last recorded243,456 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2005
Typical for 1997 Citroen Dispatch134,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLZ 5972
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2005 243,456 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2005 242,681 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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FLZ 5972 is a 1997 Citroen Dispatch in Black with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 134,170 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 FLZ 5972, 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 29 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FLZ 5972?

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What year was FLZ 5972 registered?

FLZ 5972 is a 1997 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is FLZ 5972 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLZ 5972 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FLZ 5972 have outstanding finance?

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