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GU53 OWP

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

211,986 mi
Last recorded211,986 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU53 OWP
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 Sep 2014 211,986 miles

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 211,986 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 9 Sep 2013 209,435 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

centre and rear exhaust deteriorated

nearside rear door checkstrap broken-will not hold door open.

Pass 9 Sep 2013 209,435 miles

centre and rear exhaust deteriorated

nearside rear door checkstrap broken-will not hold door open.

Pass 19 Sep 2012 198,517 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 27 Sep 2011 18,860 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 18,860 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 180,180 miles

offside and nearside front tyres wearing badly on edges.

Pass 15 Sep 2009 169,749 miles

centre seatbelt(lap type) not tested at time of test as buckle not available.

side load door does not open on handle-not required for test

Fail 14 Sep 2009 169,747 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

centre seatbelt(lap type) not tested at time of test as buckle not available.

side load door does not open on handle-not required for test

Pass 17 Sep 2008 162,257 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 152,169 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 130,097 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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GU53 OWP is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 GU53 OWP, 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 GU53 OWP registered?

GU53 OWP is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is GU53 OWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU53 OWP shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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