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LY53 GOP

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

94,260 mi
Last recorded94,260 miles
Recorded on21 May 2022
Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY53 GOP
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2022 94,260 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 93,539 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 92,218 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Oct 2018 89,966 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 86,683 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 84,279 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 81,883 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 81,883 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 78,267 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 73,832 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 67,574 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 61,327 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 57,124 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 52,478 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 45,069 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

horn lazy

n/s head light slightly insecure presenter is repairing

Pass 24 Nov 2006 33,970 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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LY53 GOP is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LY53 GOP, 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 LY53 GOP registered?

LY53 GOP is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 18 November 2003.

Is LY53 GOP safe to buy?

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