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SM53 MHX

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

178,030 mi
Last recorded178,030 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2012
Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM53 MHX
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2012 178,030 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 137,190 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 100,820 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 59,791 miles

timing belt advise if not already done

Fail 9 Jun 2009 59,791 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2008 26,913 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2007 16,301 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 12,296 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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SM53 MHX is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SM53 MHX, 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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How do I check the history of SM53 MHX?

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What year was SM53 MHX registered?

SM53 MHX is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 8 December 2003.

Is SM53 MHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM53 MHX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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