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LY53 NGN

2003 Citroen Dispatch

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY53 NGN
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2016

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)

Pass 13 Feb 2015

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

no mileage shown

Fail 13 Feb 2015

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

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

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

no mileage shown

Pass 4 Feb 2014 171,220 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 165,382 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 151,618 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 134,250 miles

hight level brake lamp inop

Fail 25 Nov 2010 134,250 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

hight level brake lamp inop

Pass 25 Nov 2009 115,290 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

front brake pads worn low

n/s/f tyre worn to 2mm,o/s/f 3mm

slight play o/s track rod

Fail 20 Nov 2009 115,290 miles

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

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

front brake pads worn low

low rear brake efficency

n/s/f tyre worn to 2mm,o/s/f 3mm

slight play o/s track rod

Pass 13 Nov 2008 96,635 miles

chip in screen outside zone A & B

front exhaust spring mounts loose

no bulb or wiring to center brake light

Fail 12 Nov 2008 96,634 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

chip in screen outside zone A and B

front exhaust spring mounts loose

Pass 15 Nov 2007 78,678 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Nov 2007

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2006 57,226 miles

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

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

p/s/r loading door stiff to open

rear high level brake light could be improved

slight damage to p/s/f bumper and mounting

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 NGN is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LY53 NGN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LY53 NGN registered?

LY53 NGN is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 26 November 2003.

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