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MJ53 MHK

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2020
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

139,258 mi
Last recorded139,258 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ53 MHK
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2019 139,258 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 134,314 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear lamp damaged

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 12 Oct 2018 134,314 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear lamp damaged

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 129,420 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 29 Sep 2017 129,418 miles

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded both brake pipes in front of fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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 7 Oct 2016 125,488 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2016 125,205 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Oct 2015 120,534 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2015 120,534 miles

Nearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 116,316 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 10 Oct 2014 116,316 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2013 111,034 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 16 Oct 2013 111,034 miles

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

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

Nearside Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 25 Sep 2012 105,784 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 105,784 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 99,861 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 99,861 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 91,687 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 91,687 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2009

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

Pass 11 Oct 2008 81,914 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 77,632 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 70,942 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2006 70,942 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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MJ53 MHK is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 MJ53 MHK, 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 MJ53 MHK registered?

MJ53 MHK is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 15 October 2003.

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