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BD53 HSL

2003 Citroen Dispatch

Blue Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

149,029 mi
Last recorded149,029 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 HSL
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2018 149,029 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 148,998 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Suspension rod fractured rear sway bay snapped (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2017

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2016 95,252 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 2 Mar 2015 92,515 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust rubbers deteriorated

Pass 28 Feb 2014 84,141 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Oil leak

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2013 83,780 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Feb 2012 70,766 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2011 59,749 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 58,975 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2009 29,803 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 22,895 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 16,333 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 10 Oct 2006 11,448 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 11,448 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

wear in n/s/f and o/s/f balljoints †b/pipes covered in black sealant

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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BD53 HSL is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in Blue with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BD53 HSL, 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 BD53 HSL registered?

BD53 HSL is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 24 October 2003.

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