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NL03 XGP

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

134,982 mi
Last recorded134,982 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2024
Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL03 XGP
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2024 134,982 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

underside corrosion

Pass 14 Mar 2023 134,023 miles

slight corrosion under van

Fail 6 Mar 2023 134,002 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

slight corrosion under van

Pass 17 Mar 2022 132,826 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 131,577 miles

front strut top bearings worn slightly

slight corrosion on brake discs and under van

Pass 18 Mar 2020 130,891 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 129,931 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 129,916 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2018 128,985 miles

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

Offside Rear light unit has slight damage

Pass 15 Mar 2017 127,622 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 125,518 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2015 123,250 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

all brake hoses ferrules corroded

all shock absorbers casings corroded

first speed on wipers not working

noise from power steering pump

Fail 27 Feb 2015 123,250 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

all brake hoses ferrules corroded

all shock absorbers casings corroded

first speed on wipers not working

noise from power steering pump

Pass 24 Feb 2014 121,510 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

advise signs of corosion on brake pipes

Fail 24 Feb 2014 121,510 miles

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

advise signs of corosion on brake pipes

Pass 1 Mar 2013 119,689 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 117,933 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 116,058 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 113,491 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 109,689 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 93,184 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 73,060 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 55,602 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 55,602 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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NL03 XGP is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 NL03 XGP, 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 NL03 XGP registered?

NL03 XGP is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 7 May 2003.

Is NL03 XGP safe to buy?

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