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LW52 ASU

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW52 ASU
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2023

engine oil leak

general underbody corrosion

slight play in steering wheel top bearing

Pass 8 Feb 2022

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All greased (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

oil leak on engine and gearbox

Fail 8 Feb 2022

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill - near fuel filler neck (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

oil leak on engine and gearbox

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All greased (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2021

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

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

Fail 22 Feb 2021

Front Service brake lagging in operation both (1.2.1 (d))

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting front cross member supporting radiator (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

no milage displayed

Pass 22 Jun 2018 181,568 miles

slight oil leak

Fail 16 May 2018 181,564 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush axle bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 21 Apr 2017 178,612 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 175,152 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 169,259 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 157,768 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2014 157,640 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 148,835 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 129,277 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 120,361 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 105,705 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 91,760 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 73,159 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 55,223 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 43,537 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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LW52 ASU is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LW52 ASU, 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 LW52 ASU registered?

LW52 ASU is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 2 May 2003.

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