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SA53 BMV

2003 Citroen Dispatch

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA53 BMV
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2015
Fail 17 Sep 2015

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 29 Aug 2014
Fail 21 Aug 2014

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2013
Pass 14 Sep 2012

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011
Pass 9 Sep 2010
Pass 24 Sep 2009 130,441 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 109,630 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 88,268 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 88,268 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 71,041 miles

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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SA53 BMV is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SA53 BMV, 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 SA53 BMV registered?

SA53 BMV is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is SA53 BMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA53 BMV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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