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SP03 UVV

2003 Citroen Dispatch

Black Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP03 UVV
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2012
Pass 9 Nov 2011
Fail 8 Nov 2011

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 152,220 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

exhaust tail pipe excessively corroded

front brake discs corroded

high level brake light not working

nearside side door not opening from outside

Fail 20 Sep 2010 152,220 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

exhaust tail pipe excessively corroded

front brake discs corroded

high level brake light not working

nearside side door not opening from outside

Pass 2 Jun 2009 138,567 miles

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

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both rear axle bushes deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement

Fail 1 Jun 2009 138,567 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both rear axle bushes deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement

Pass 25 Oct 2007

Oil leak

Fail 24 Oct 2007

Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 28 Feb 2006 79,817 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.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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SP03 UVV is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in Black with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SP03 UVV, 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 SP03 UVV registered?

SP03 UVV is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 6 March 2003.

Is SP03 UVV safe to buy?

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