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GJ53 CHX

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

139,411 mi
Last recorded139,411 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ53 CHX
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2016 139,411 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 139,411 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2015 12,104 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 116,923 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear axle bushes have a play strong advisory

Pass 13 Aug 2013 105,789 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 95,783 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 95,783 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 86,286 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 86,286 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 76,544 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2010 76,505 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Spare tyre defective

Pass 25 Aug 2009 67,379 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2008 57,782 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

o/s/door mirror

Pass 28 Aug 2008 57,782 miles

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

o/s/door mirror

Fail 20 Aug 2007 43,531 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 43,531 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 33,377 miles

driver door mirror glass cracked

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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GJ53 CHX is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GJ53 CHX, 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 GJ53 CHX registered?

GJ53 CHX is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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The MOT history for GJ53 CHX shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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