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BX53 ATO

2003 Citroen Dispatch

Red Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 ATO
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2023

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured BORDERLINE (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured BORDERLINE (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2022

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2021
Pass 12 Dec 2020
Fail 12 Dec 2020

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2019

wear rear tyres

Pass 12 Dec 2018

front indicators and side repeators fadeing

Fail 8 Dec 2018

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

front brake balance BORDERLINE

front indicators and side repeators fadeing

Pass 16 Dec 2017
Pass 17 Dec 2016 32,287 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 29,587 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 28,903 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 28,903 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 26,398 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 16 Oct 2013 26,398 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) retaining device insecure (3.1.4b)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 25,247 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2012 25,247 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Nov 2011 21,088 miles

dent on nearside rear door

Fail 7 Nov 2011 21,088 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

dent on nearside rear door

Pass 8 Sep 2010 15,312 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 12,363 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 9,282 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 5,967 miles

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

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 ATO is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in Red with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 ATO, 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 BX53 ATO registered?

BX53 ATO is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 18 September 2003.

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