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DE03 YBB

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

151,069 mi
Last recorded151,069 miles
Recorded on23 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 YBB
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 May 2023 151,069 miles
Fail 15 May 2023 151,067 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2022 147,679 miles

Nearside Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess corroded (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2021 142,214 miles

Nearside Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess corroded but not excessive (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2020 139,402 miles

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess corroded but not excessive (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2019 36,806 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 133,991 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 18 May 2018 133,989 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Top strut mount (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Top strut mount (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 17 May 2017 131,759 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

O/s and n/s front top strut mounts slightly corroded

O/s and n/s rear outer sills soft

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Apr 2016 129,109 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Outer sills soft

Pass 18 May 2015 125,338 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 May 2015 125,336 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 May 2014 121,846 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 117,597 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 112,921 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 19 May 2011 108,030 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 73,986 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 62,971 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s wiper showing slight deteriation

o/s/r tyre showing deteriation

Pass 28 Apr 2009 62,971 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

n/s wiper showing slight deteriation

o/s/r tyre showing deteriation

Fail 23 Apr 2008 52,633 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 23 Apr 2008 52,633 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 1 May 2007 43,707 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 43,707 miles

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 31,788 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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DE03 YBB is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc 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 DE03 YBB, 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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DE03 YBB is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 28 April 2003.

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