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RK53 DCV

2003 Citroen Dispatch

Blue Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

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Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK53 DCV
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Sep 2025

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2024
Fail 27 Sep 2024

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

Pass 11 Nov 2023
Pass 22 Sep 2022
Pass 8 Oct 2021
Pass 19 Oct 2020

Offside Front slight play in tie rod end

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

vehicle miles not visible

Fail 12 Oct 2020

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front to central pipe split at joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust system insecure rubber mount broken (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front slight play in tie rod end

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

vehicle miles not visible

Pass 26 Mar 2019
Fail 26 Mar 2019

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 18,665 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018

All 4 tyres weathered

Fail 26 Jan 2018

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

All 4 tyres weathered

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 May 2016 12,969 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 5,573 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 5,573 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)

Fail 23 Jul 2012 5,525 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 5,525 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 4,821 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 4,332 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 4,020 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2006 4,020 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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RK53 DCV is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in Blue with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 RK53 DCV, 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 RK53 DCV registered?

RK53 DCV is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is RK53 DCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK53 DCV shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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