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PJ53 BHV

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2024
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

141,674 mi
Last recorded141,674 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ53 BHV
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2023 141,674 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 141,157 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2021 140,455 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2021 140,455 miles

Nearside Front Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 139,405 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 133,458 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 133,448 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 129,341 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 124,777 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 124,777 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2015 124,111 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2015 124,111 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 123,278 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 122,573 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 122,573 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 121,756 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2012 121,756 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Loading door cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 121,174 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 121,174 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2010 115,487 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 115,487 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 108,865 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 102,792 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2008 102,785 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 91,297 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 73,909 miles

Nearside wiper blade worn at edge.

Offside wiper blade worn at edge.

Fail 22 Dec 2006 73,894 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside wiper blade worn at edge.

Offside wiper blade worn at edge.

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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PJ53 BHV is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

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 PJ53 BHV, 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 PJ53 BHV registered?

PJ53 BHV is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 29 December 2003.

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