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BW53 HFH

2004 Citroen Dispatch

Silver Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests25 (14 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate56%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Citroen Dispatch92,795 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW53 HFH
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

14 pass 11 fail
Fail 17 Nov 2020

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

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

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working light full of water (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre tyre also worn on edges ()

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

both rear shock outer casings in poor condition

Pass 11 Jun 2019
Fail 30 May 2019

Central Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2018
Fail 4 May 2018

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 17 Jun 2017

high level brake light out front exhaust hanger broken Oil leak () oil light on

Fail 1 Jun 2017

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak ()

front exhaust hanger broken

high level brake light out

oil light on

Fail 26 May 2017

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake recording little or no effort both (3.7.B.5a)

Oil leak ()

front exhaust hanger broken

high level brake light out

Pass 9 May 2016 108,921 miles

center stop light not working

chip in screen

frount exh rubber mount split

hub caps fitted

remove sat nav from screen

Fail 4 May 2016 108,854 miles

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

center stop light not working

chip in screen

frount exh rubber mount split

hub caps fitted

remove sat nav from screen

Pass 20 May 2015 91,749 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

high level brake lamp in op but unable to see any wiring

Fail 14 May 2015 91,301 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

high level brake lamp in op but unable to see any wiring

unable to test emissions as exhaust system is badly fitted not giving enough room between tyre and suspension

Pass 9 May 2014 73,636 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

centre stop lamp not working

exhaust front pipe corroded and leaking slightly

front exhaust clamp slightly insecure

front exhaust mounting slightly insecure

no dust covers on rear shock absorbers

rear brake application slightly uneven

Pass 13 May 2013 62,817 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 13 May 2013 62,813 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

front exhaust pipe in secure

Pass 22 May 2012 52,062 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 52,058 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 20 May 2011 43,405 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 20 May 2011 43,401 miles

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)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 May 2010 36,514 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 32,720 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 32,092 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside front wiper split on ends

Pass 18 Feb 2009 32,092 miles

nearside front wiper split on ends

Pass 27 Feb 2008 26,997 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 21,817 miles

Front brake pads very low (2mm approx)

High level brake light not working

Screw in nearside rear tyre tread

Slight brake bind nearside front

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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BW53 HFH is a 2004 Citroen Dispatch in Silver with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56%.

Across all 2004 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 92,795 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 BW53 HFH, 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 22 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BW53 HFH registered?

BW53 HFH is a 2004 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 23 February 2004.

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