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DG53 GCY

2003 Citroen Dispatch

Blue Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2025
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

75,670 mi
Last recorded75,670 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2024 75,670 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2024 75,656 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2023 71,372 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2022 64,815 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2021 56,612 miles

Nearside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Dec 2021 56,610 miles

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

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure bolt missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 45,882 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 2 Nov 2020 45,882 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 10 Apr 2019 39,681 miles

Gearbox mount corroded, holding water

Fail 5 Apr 2019 39,679 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Gearbox mount corroded, holding water

Pass 30 Apr 2018 38,736 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 38,736 miles

Nearside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling softened by oil contamination (2.5.C.1e)

Offside Front drive shaft coupling is insecure (2.5.C.1c)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 35,490 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak ()

Fail 11 Apr 2017 35,490 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 11 Apr 2016 36,164 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both front (2.4.G.2)

slight bind front wheels

top covers fitted

Fail 21 Apr 2015 33,447 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rusty underside

Pass 21 Apr 2015 33,447 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

rusty underside

Pass 25 Apr 2014 30,571 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2013 30,249 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 29,082 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 27,638 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 26,703 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 24,357 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 20,691 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 16,046 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 GCY is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in Blue with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 GCY, 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 DG53 GCY registered?

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

Is DG53 GCY safe to buy?

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