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LG53 FTZ

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2022
Tests28 (16 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

157,164 mi
Last recorded157,164 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG53 FTZ
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

16 pass 12 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2021 157,164 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced strut top corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced x2 inner sils (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced x2 outer sils (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 152,315 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 144,318 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured 2x fronts (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged perished on the side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Sep 2019 144,318 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured 2x fronts (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged perished on the side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 142,873 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2x rears (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2018 142,873 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2x rears (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 141,834 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 141,834 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2016 140,002 miles

high level brake light inop

nsr light lense cracked

Fail 31 Aug 2016 140,002 miles

Braking system leaking brake comp vavle (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

high level brake light inop

nsr light lense cracked

Pass 4 Sep 2015 137,882 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 137,882 miles

Offside Front 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 Aug 2014 135,896 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Aug 2014 135,895 miles

Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 133,324 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 133,323 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 130,783 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 130,783 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 127,342 miles

n/s/f tyre perishing on sidewall

Fail 31 Aug 2011 127,342 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/f tyre perishing on sidewall

Pass 26 Jul 2010 122,836 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 116,632 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 116,631 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (4.1.E.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 109,663 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 109,663 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 86,739 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 2 Aug 2006 67,727 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 67,727 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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LG53 FTZ is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 LG53 FTZ, 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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LG53 FTZ is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 16 September 2003.

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