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2003 Citroen Dispatch 1.9D 1.9L Heavy oil · UIL 8246

UIL 8246

2003 Citroen Dispatch 1.9D (1.9L, heavy oil). First registered 27/08/2003. Recorded mileage 92,161 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
CITROEN DISPATCH 1.9D
Year / Origin
2003
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 19/08/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
92,161 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required
Fuel & Engine
HEAVY OIL · 1.9L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 19/08/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
HEAVY OIL
Year
2003
Engine
1868cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle is currently in a roadworthy state with a stable maintenance trend. It passed its most recent MOT on 12 August 2025 at 92,161 miles with no defects recorded. While the vehicle failed a test on 23 July 2025 at 92,074 miles, the record shows no specific defects for that failure, suggesting a clerical error or a rapid rectification of a minor issue before the subsequent pass. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 23 year old commercial vehicle, averaging roughly 4,007 miles per year. The odometer shows a steady but slow increase, moving from 79,206 miles in October 2021 to 92,161 miles by August 2025. This pattern indicates the van has likely spent long periods stationary or has been used for very short, light-duty trips. A buyer must focus on the risks associated with low usage and age rather than wear from distance. Long periods of standing often lead to seized brake calipers, perished rubber suspension bushes, and degraded tyre compounds regardless of tread depth. The absence of MOT advisories over the last five years is unusual for a vehicle of this vintage and suggests a very light workload or a history of preventative maintenance. Inspect the chassis and sills for corrosion, as structural rust is a common failure point for this era of Citroen Dispatch and often develops while the vehicle is stationary. Check the oil and coolant for signs of contamination and verify the condition of the timing belt, as these components age by time as well as mileage.

UIL 8246 Key Findings

  • 11 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 12/08/2025
  • 92,161 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 4 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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UIL 8246 Mileage History

  1. 18/08/201747,626 mi
  2. 20/08/201854,814 mi+7,188 mi
  3. 29/08/201855,077 mi+263 mi
  4. 06/09/201960,264 mi+5,187 mi
  5. 16/09/201960,644 mi+380 mi
  6. 30/09/202175,486 mi+14,842 mi
  7. 11/10/202179,206 mi+3,720 mi
  8. 08/11/202285,413 mi+6,207 mi
  9. 21/08/202491,782 mi+6,369 mi
  10. 23/07/202592,074 mi+292 mi
  11. 12/08/202592,161 mi+87 mi

Average of roughly 5,579 miles per year across 11 recorded odometer readings.

UIL 8246 MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Oct 2026, 10:45
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

11 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Citroen Dispatch 1.9D (UIL 8246) between August 2017 and August 2025.

The record contains 7 passes and 4 failures.

The most recent test on 12 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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