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MA53 OFN

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA53 OFN
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 May 2017

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases looseness and corrosion (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

dampness over power steering filler

near side front door jam filler used

near side rear tyre edge wear off side rear tyre cracks all tyre pressures were low

sills start of corrosion

Fail 4 May 2017

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases looseness and corrosion (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red tape used (1.3.2e)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

dampness over power steering filler

near side front door jam filler used

near side rear tyre edge wear off side rear tyre cracks all tyre pressures were low

sills start of corrosion

Pass 3 May 2016
Fail 7 May 2015

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 7 May 2015
Pass 19 May 2014
Pass 16 May 2013

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

Pass 28 May 2012
Pass 12 May 2011 50,003 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 50,003 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator 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)

Pass 27 May 2010 44,904 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 44,837 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 May 2009 40,053 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 40,053 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 May 2008 33,372 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 28,850 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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MA53 OFN 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 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 MA53 OFN, 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 MA53 OFN registered?

MA53 OFN is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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