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PN53 BDF

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2021
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi
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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Fail 27 Sep 2021

Central Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected lens broken (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction glass damaged (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Power steering component leaking rack leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Power steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2020

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2019 121,110 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 118,186 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 109,698 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2018 109,698 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Fail 13 Feb 2018 109,668 miles

Central Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings top strut (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings top strut (6.1.B.2)

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

Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

driver seat damage

Pass 22 Feb 2017 92,009 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2017 92,009 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2016 76,850 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 61,058 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 59,455 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 55,720 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 49,848 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 43,272 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 38,210 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 16,153 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 27,729 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 23,586 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2006 17,972 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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PN53 BDF is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BDF, 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 BDF registered?

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

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