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MK53 OLC

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

53,048 mi
Last recorded53,048 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK53 OLC
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 53,048 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2024 52,489 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Nov 2024 52,486 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill nearside front excess corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength nearside front inner sill excess corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength Subframe holed through due to corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear inner sill excess corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cords exposed and deep cracks in tread area. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Deep cracks in tread, cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both headlamp lenses are slightly opaque (frosted) (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 52,235 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front inner sill corroded

Pass 1 Nov 2022 51,949 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 51,554 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 51,211 miles

front headlights dull

Pass 22 Aug 2019
Pass 13 Sep 2018
Pass 15 Sep 2017 48,434 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 47,491 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Gearbox mounting defective Corroded. ()

Nearside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock absorber inner mount. (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock absorber inner mount (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 46,157 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 44,848 miles

Front Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 15 Aug 2014 44,848 miles

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

Both rear tyres have cracks to sidewall and around tread but not exposing any cords

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 43,032 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 43,032 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2012 41,137 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 41,137 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 38,946 miles

Both rear tyres have cracks within tread pattern but not exposing and cords

Fail 1 Sep 2011 38,946 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Both rear tyres have cracks within tread pattern but not exposing and cords

Front brake discs corroded

Pass 2 Sep 2010 36,144 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 31,978 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 28,319 miles

Nearside front tyre ON legal tread depth minimum of 1.6mm

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Rear registration plate slightly deteriorated but not affecting character layout or format and is visable from 20 metres

Pass 4 Sep 2007 23,932 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 23,932 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

(2.3.1d)minor seepage of fluid may be present from the steering pinion assembly due to being soiled in appearance

(6.3)the rear number plate backing colour is starting to deteriorate.New legistlation is forthcoming that may require new number plates to be fitted to this vehicle for its next mot test

Pass 31 Aug 2006 18,341 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 18,341 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

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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MK53 OLC is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 MK53 OLC, 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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MK53 OLC is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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