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PK53 EXJ

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK53 EXJ
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play front o/s outer track rod end worn (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s rear inner and outer [TYRE EDGES VERY VERY LOW 1.6MM] (5.2.3 (e))

oil leak

Fail 24 Jul 2026

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear n/s inner sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both n/s o/s number plate lights not working (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play front o/s outer track rod end worn (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s rear inner and outer [TYRE EDGES VERY VERY LOW 1.6MM] (5.2.3 (e))

oil leak

Pass 23 Jul 2025
Pass 15 Jul 2024

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front both n/s o/s brake disc worn [inner ] (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated front both n/s o/s brake hoses showing signs of wear [cracking] (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2023

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front both n/s o/s brake disc worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front washers o/s weak

Pass 5 Jul 2022
Fail 29 Jun 2022

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2021
Fail 5 Jul 2021

Offside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2020
Fail 17 Mar 2020

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2019

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 11 Apr 2019

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen washer not working BOTH (3.5 (a))

Fail 29 Mar 2019

Exhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2018
Pass 31 Mar 2017
Pass 3 Mar 2016 56,515 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 56,041 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 55,408 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2013 55,408 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 24 Oct 2012 54,676 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 54,676 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 53,720 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 50,852 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 47,693 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 47,692 miles

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

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Advise n/s/r cracks on outer sidewall

Pass 26 Sep 2008 41,961 miles

near side front tyre has a cut on the outside side wall.

Pass 18 Oct 2007 35,835 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 28,310 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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PK53 EXJ is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

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 PK53 EXJ, 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 PK53 EXJ registered?

PK53 EXJ is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 20 October 2003.

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