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BX53 AVO

2003 Citroen Dispatch

Blue Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

112,946 mi
Last recorded112,946 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 AVO
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2016 112,946 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

no rear seats fitted at time off test all seat belts disconnected .

Pass 17 Aug 2015 100,485 miles

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

high level stop light not working

Fail 17 Aug 2015 100,485 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

high level stop light not working

Pass 13 Aug 2014 84,112 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 78,655 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 10 Sep 2011 69,648 miles

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

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 62,036 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 54,283 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 54,283 miles

Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 45,897 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 45,897 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 37,203 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2006 23,520 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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 AVO is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in Blue with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AVO, 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 AVO registered?

BX53 AVO is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is BX53 AVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX53 AVO shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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