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BT53 WZY

2003 Citroen Dispatch

Silver Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 WZY
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Suspension component modified but not seriously weakened Panhard bar undersealed & obscured (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2025

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill area corroded - passanger seat belt (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component fractured Panhard fractured and defective (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 Sep 2024

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section areas (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play on limit now (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 57,165 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 55,132 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 53,059 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 50,267 miles

O/s/f outer cv gaitor deteriating

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Slight side to side movement on parking brake lever

Pass 1 Oct 2019 49,213 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Sep 2019 49,213 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 46,707 miles

exhaust rusty

Fail 17 Aug 2018 46,707 miles

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

exhaust rusty

Pass 9 Oct 2017 46,590 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 9 Oct 2017 46,590 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 44,364 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 42,339 miles

Coolant leak

surface corrosion rear axle,rear springs

Pass 15 May 2014 40,716 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 40,716 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 May 2013 38,576 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 35,976 miles

exshaust corroded

Pass 20 May 2011 33,338 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 33,338 miles

Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 May 2010 28,470 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 22,927 miles

nearside front bumper insecure

offside rear and nearside front tyres perishing

Pass 28 May 2008 17,273 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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BT53 WZY is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in Silver with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BT53 WZY, 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 BT53 WZY registered?

BT53 WZY is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 11 December 2003.

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