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SY53 PPF

2003 Citroen Dispatch

Blue Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY53 PPF
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2018

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded load valve to hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front on edges (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Jan 2018

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear before junction (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded load valve to hose (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front on edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jan 2017

Brake pipe slightly damaged front-rear (2.2.D.2b)

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

Fail 11 Jan 2017

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Brake pipe slightly damaged front-rear (2.2.D.2b)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2016 117,470 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015

front brake disc corrosion

offside front coil mspring corrosion

Fail 13 Jan 2015

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front brake disc corrosion

offside front coil mspring corrosion

Pass 4 Jan 2014

misting around offside cv gaiter

Fail 4 Jan 2014

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

misting around offside cv gaiter

Pass 31 Dec 2012

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

misting around offside cv gaiter

slight play in nearside track rod end

Pass 10 Jan 2012

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside front tyre wearing on both edges

Pass 11 Jan 2011 87,465 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

nearside rear tyre cracking up and worn on edges

Pass 13 Jan 2010 78,486 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 49,774 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2008 29,984 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 7,200 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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SY53 PPF is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in Blue with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SY53 PPF, 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 SY53 PPF registered?

SY53 PPF is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is SY53 PPF safe to buy?

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