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RN52 FZS

2003 Citroen Dispatch

Red Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

81,197 mi
Last recorded81,197 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN52 FZS
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 81,197 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 75,867 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2024 71,396 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 63,437 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 60,931 miles

Offside Rear cross member rusty/holed

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

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc inner surface slightly rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Mar 2022 60,931 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged valve split likely to snap (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc inner surface slightly rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear cross member rusty/holed

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

Pass 17 Mar 2021 63,070 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2019

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

Fail 21 Mar 2019

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2018 59,708 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 57,013 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 54,317 miles

rear number plate faded and seperating

Pass 5 Mar 2015 49,221 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2015 49,364 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 48,383 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2014 48,383 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Suspension arm fractured (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jan 2013 48,370 miles

front windscreen scratched in a zone

Fail 15 Jan 2013 48,370 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

front windscreen scratched in a zone

Pass 13 Jan 2012 47,868 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2012 47,868 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2011 46,071 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 46,028 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2009 43,408 miles

n/s front tyre wearing slightly low on outside edge

slight blow on front silencer clamp

Pass 8 Jan 2009 38,628 miles

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

unable to check all rear seat belts ; seats removed

Pass 14 Dec 2007 35,951 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2007 35,951 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2007 30,364 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 23,459 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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RN52 FZS is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in Red with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RN52 FZS, 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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How do I check the history of RN52 FZS?

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What year was RN52 FZS registered?

RN52 FZS is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 12 February 2003.

Is RN52 FZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN52 FZS shows 28 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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