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MJ53 WGG

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ53 WGG
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2023

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured x2 (4.4.3 (a))

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective x2 (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured x2 (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

chip in windscreen

exhaust system corroded front to rear

Pass 15 Oct 2022

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2021
Pass 25 Jun 2020 71,805 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2020 71,796 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner sill near seat mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 67,287 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 67,284 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected X member (2.1.2 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak Radiatar badly corroded & leaking ()

Pass 7 Feb 2017 60,156 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 60,156 miles

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

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2016 57,657 miles

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

Rear tyres have age related cracks but no cords showing

Fail 7 Jan 2016 67,657 miles

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

Centre Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

rear tyres have age related cracks not showinc cords

Pass 6 Sep 2013 55,276 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 55,276 miles

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

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

service light on

Pass 13 Jul 2012 48,272 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 48,272 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2011 44,389 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 40,709 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 35,827 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 28,771 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 23,001 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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MJ53 WGG is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 MJ53 WGG, 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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MJ53 WGG is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 3 November 2003.

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