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SL53 UVP

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

174,748 mi
Last recorded174,748 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2012
Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL53 UVP
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2012 174,748 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust tail pipe corroded.

Fail 29 Oct 2012 174,748 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust tail pipe corroded.

Pass 5 Nov 2011 162,431 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Spare tyre defective

Fail 1 Nov 2011 162,429 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 13 Nov 2010 153,372 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 128,020 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 104,579 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 75,008 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 64,510 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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SL53 UVP is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SL53 UVP, 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 SL53 UVP registered?

SL53 UVP is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 8 October 2003.

Is SL53 UVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL53 UVP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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