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ND53 OVB

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

99,485 mi
Last recorded99,485 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2022
Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationND53 OVB
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2022 99,485 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL BRAKE PIPES COATED IN GREASE (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ALL FUEL PIPES COATED IN SEALER ()

INNER AND OUTER SILLS CORRODED

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

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

UBDERBODY UNDERSEALED BUT CORRODED IN VISIBLE AREAS

Fail 25 Oct 2021

Front Lower Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear section (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear section (1.1.11 (c))

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded All (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Side repeater slightly discoloured both offside and nearside (4.4.3 (a))

Signs of corrosion to all areas

Sill areas inner and outer heavily corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2020

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

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

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

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

vehicle showing signs of corrosion to underside

Pass 15 Oct 2019 97,831 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2018 96,917 miles

Brake pipes coated

Signs of some corrosion to underside areas

Pass 17 Oct 2017 96,107 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces (3.5.1i)

Vehicle showing some signs of corrosion

Pass 24 Oct 2016 95,053 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Signs of corrosion in all areas

Pass 20 Oct 2015 92,867 miles

o/s/r tyre sidewall starting to crack

Pass 15 Oct 2014 89,340 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 84,825 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 81,148 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 77,612 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 77,612 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Oct 2010 72,286 miles

slight play in offside steering arm

Pass 24 Oct 2009 65,822 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2008 51,518 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 39,786 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2007 39,786 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2006 28,453 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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ND53 OVB is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 ND53 OVB, 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 ND53 OVB registered?

ND53 OVB is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 30 October 2003.

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