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DG53 AVK

2004 Citroen Dispatch

Silver Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

170,596 mi
Last recorded170,596 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2017
Typical for 2004 Citroen Dispatch92,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 AVK
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2017 170,596 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2016 167,115 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 167,115 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 167,115 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Feb 2015 156,296 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 146,992 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 142,937 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 128,495 miles

Oil leak

Fail 30 Dec 2011 128,495 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jan 2011 110,868 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 97,274 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 79,083 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 63,976 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 47,937 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2007 47,937 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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DG53 AVK is a 2004 Citroen Dispatch in Silver with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 92,795 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 DG53 AVK, 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 22 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 DG53 AVK registered?

DG53 AVK is a 2004 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 13 January 2004.

Is DG53 AVK safe to buy?

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