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GN53 VXK

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2017
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

208,666 mi
Last recorded208,666 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 VXK
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2016 208,666 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 1 Jun 2016 208,666 miles

Centre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 15 May 2015 199,712 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 14 May 2015 199,712 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 189,172 miles

exhaust coroded

rear tyres perished between treads

Fail 2 Jun 2014 189,172 miles

Centre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed joint (2.3.3b)

exhaust coroded

rear tyres perished between treads

Fail 28 May 2013 178,446 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2013 178,446 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 166,200 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 154,234 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 154,170 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 136,450 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 136,450 miles

Offside Front Lower Macpherson strut which is adjustable, locking device missing (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Jun 2010 136,418 miles

Centre Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Centre Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

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

Pass 8 May 2009 118,774 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 100,898 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2008 100,898 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Oct 2006 78,240 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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GN53 VXK is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 GN53 VXK, 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 GN53 VXK registered?

GN53 VXK is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 5 November 2003.

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