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FY53 CZJ

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 CZJ
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2024

Central Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

spare wheel cracked and perished

Pass 12 Apr 2023

Central Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Central Front crossmember corroded

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear tail pipe corroded and rusty

Pass 9 Apr 2022

Central Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Central Rear Spare tyre defective cracked and perished ()

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2021

Central Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing spare wheel (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective rubber mount missing (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2020

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front brake binding slightly

Pass 6 Mar 2019

Nearside Rear n/s/r bumper loose

under side corroded

Pass 28 Mar 2018 59,294 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 57,907 miles

exhaust middle clamp loose

n/s/f tyre on wear ind

n/s/r tyre some side wall damage

Pass 11 Jul 2014 56,787 miles

complete exhaust system very rusty and blowing slightly

n/s/f to rear brake pipe small section rusty

some side wall damage n./s/r tyre

Pass 19 Dec 2012 50,417 miles

both front brake disc friction surfaces rusty

Fail 18 Dec 2012 50,417 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front brake disc friction surfaces rusty

both front brakes binding slightly

slight wear n/s/r tread ( outer )

Pass 15 Oct 2010 46,554 miles

3rd brake light not working

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

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 4 Nov 2009 40,629 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2009 40,629 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Fail 30 Sep 2008 35,122 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 35,122 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2007 28,648 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 23,860 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

hi-leval stop lamp not working

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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FY53 CZJ is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FY53 CZJ, 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 FY53 CZJ registered?

FY53 CZJ is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is FY53 CZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY53 CZJ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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