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DG53 OXD

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2023
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

134,299 mi
Last recorded134,299 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2022
Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 OXD
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2022 134,299 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2022 134,299 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 128,076 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 121,893 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lower crossmember corroded

Front n/s & o/s inner to outer sills distorted

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside obligatory mirror held on with tape

Fail 24 Jul 2019 121,893 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lower crossmember corroded

Front n/s & o/s inner to outer sills distorted

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside obligatory mirror held on with tape

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 116,186 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has very slight roughness

Nearside obligatory mirror has duct tape applied

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 16 May 2018 116,186 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has very slight roughness

Nearside obligatory mirror has duct tape applied

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 May 2017 108,824 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s & o/s (4.1.E.1)

Front n/s & o/s sills slightly distorted

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Apr 2016 96,958 miles

n/s & o/s brake discs lipped.

Fail 19 Apr 2016 96,958 miles

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

n/s & o/s brake discs lipped.

Pass 31 Mar 2015 91,217 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 78,914 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 66,404 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 54,347 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 170,346 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 170,346 miles

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

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Fail 8 Feb 2010 170,055 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 170,055 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 163,231 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 OXD is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 OXD, 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 OXD registered?

DG53 OXD is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is DG53 OXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG53 OXD shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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