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DG52 VSX

2003 Citroen Dispatch

Red Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2023
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG52 VSX
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2022

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 53,193 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2019 53,190 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Track rod end seriously misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake load sensing valve inoperative and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn very thin on edges NEEDS CHANGING (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 49,290 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has nail in and perished slightly

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

Fail 27 Jul 2018 49,290 miles

All direction indicators not working ALL (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

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

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Drivers window does not close

Nearside Rear Tyre has nail in and perished slightly

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

Pass 26 Jul 2017 43,734 miles

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

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 43,537 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

advise engine stop light flashing

Fail 27 Feb 2013 43,537 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

advise engine stop light flashing

Pass 15 Mar 2012 41,925 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2012 41,925 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 38,616 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 38,616 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2010 35,939 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2010 35,939 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front bumper insecure

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 32,717 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2008 32,717 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2007 28,557 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2006 22,558 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 22,558 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Dec 2005 20,455 miles

Nearside 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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DG52 VSX is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in Red with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 DG52 VSX, 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 DG52 VSX registered?

DG52 VSX is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 18 February 2003.

Is DG52 VSX safe to buy?

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