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LR53 OZM

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2022
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 OZM
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2021
Pass 2 Jul 2019 178,147 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2019 178,147 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2018
Pass 15 May 2017 170,284 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 166,508 miles

both front outer sill some rust

Fail 2 Jun 2016 166,508 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

both front outer sill some rust

Pass 28 May 2015 161,248 miles

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

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

some damage to o/s door mirror

Fail 27 May 2015 161,248 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

some damage to o/s door mirror

Pass 21 May 2014 156,337 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 21 May 2013 152,252 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 20 May 2013 152,252 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 May 2012 142,324 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 142,315 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 6 May 2011 134,236 miles

o/s door mirror slightly cracked

Pass 23 Apr 2010 126,848 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 126,848 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 20 Apr 2009 118,841 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2009 118,841 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 109,936 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 24 Apr 2007 97,390 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 97,390 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 87,267 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 87,267 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

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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LR53 OZM is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 LR53 OZM, 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 LR53 OZM registered?

LR53 OZM is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 2 October 2003.

Is LR53 OZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 OZM shows 24 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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