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DG53 AXT

2003 Citroen Dispatch

Blue Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 AXT
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2021

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 18 Dec 2019

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test vehicle is being used as a van ()

rear side doors fixed solid for security

Fail 18 Dec 2019

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test vehicle is being used as a van ()

rear side doors fixed solid for security

Pass 8 Jan 2019

Nearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2019

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing x 2 (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2018

Oil leak ()

tracking needs adjusting

Pass 12 Dec 2016

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2015 97,959 miles

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

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 93,479 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 11 Dec 2013 86,119 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 10 Dec 2012 77,713 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Dec 2011 70,011 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2011 64,368 miles

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

approx 3mm on front pads

Fail 8 Jan 2011 64,363 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

approx 3mm on front pads

Pass 16 Dec 2009 59,730 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 16 Dec 2009 59,730 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2008 54,015 miles

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

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

front number plate cracked

inner wheel arch covers fitted

Pass 10 Jan 2008 48,997 miles

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

nearside front steering arm has slight play

rear exhaust rubber mounting slightly deteriorated

Pass 9 Dec 2006 41,130 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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DG53 AXT is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in Blue with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 DG53 AXT, 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 DG53 AXT registered?

DG53 AXT is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 15 December 2003.

Is DG53 AXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG53 AXT shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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