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LY53 JHX

2003 Citroen Dispatch

Blue Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY53 JHX
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2018

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

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

Oil leak major leaks ()

exhaust supported by makeshift wire

Fail 30 Jan 2018

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Oil leak major leaks ()

exhaust supported by makeshift wire

Pass 2 Nov 2016

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (3.5.1g)

Oil leak ()

Fail 31 Oct 2016

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (3.5.1g)

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Oct 2015

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

both rear tyre valve stem detiroated

large engine oil leak

Pass 31 Oct 2014 80,282 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside mirror cover damaged

offside rear light lens cracked

Fail 30 Oct 2014 80,267 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside mirror cover damaged

offside rear light lens cracked

Pass 31 Oct 2013

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

Pass 22 Oct 2012 67,201 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 67,201 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 60,540 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2011 60,540 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 54,865 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 50,107 miles

Offside mirror damaged , rear of vehicle still visible through mirror .

Pass 1 Nov 2008 45,333 miles

The offside mirror is cracked but still servicable

Pass 14 Nov 2006 33,789 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 JHX is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in Blue with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 JHX, 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 JHX registered?

LY53 JHX is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 14 November 2003.

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The MOT history for LY53 JHX shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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