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BX53 AKU

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

77,443 mi
Last recorded77,443 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 AKU
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2019 77,443 miles

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

milemeter not illuminating

Fail 12 Mar 2019 77,443 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

milemeter not illuminating

Pass 20 Mar 2018

n/s outer cv boot has small leak

o/s/r light unit lose at the bottom

Fail 20 Mar 2018

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

n/s outer cv boot has small leak

o/s/r light unit lose at the bottom

Pass 19 Sep 2016 65,545 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 64,612 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 60,313 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 54,354 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 50,419 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 42,160 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 32,928 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 26,932 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 26,932 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2008 21,460 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 16,623 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 26 Jul 2006 11,310 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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BX53 AKU is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BX53 AKU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BX53 AKU registered?

BX53 AKU is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 10 September 2003.

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