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PY03 BBU

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY03 BBU
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2019

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2018

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

underside has underseal at time of test

Pass 1 Aug 2017 129,238 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel (5.2.6)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 120,354 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill panel (5.2.6)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 111,190 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 103,777 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 21 Jun 2013 103,777 miles

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 96,400 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 90,626 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 84,593 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 84,593 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jun 2009 71,806 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 52,842 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 40,122 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 40,122 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 30,352 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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PY03 BBU is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 PY03 BBU, 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 PY03 BBU registered?

PY03 BBU is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is PY03 BBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY03 BBU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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