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PN53 BDE

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2021
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

169,483 mi
Last recorded169,483 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN53 BDE
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2020 169,483 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2020 169,479 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2019 165,964 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Seat belt prescribed area heavily undersealed both sills

Pass 19 Jul 2018 155,198 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 145,244 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 134,575 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 123,784 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 123,784 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 112,512 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 102,158 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 90,778 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 79,929 miles

o/s & n/s outer sills & n/s sliding door damaged no sharp edges

Pass 23 Aug 2010 69,413 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 58,227 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 47,991 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2007 37,812 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 28,100 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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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PN53 BDE is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 PN53 BDE, 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 PN53 BDE registered?

PN53 BDE is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 9 September 2003.

Is PN53 BDE safe to buy?

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