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WM53 BPU

2004 Citroen Dispatch

Blue Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2014
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

182,189 mi
Last recorded182,189 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2013
Typical for 2004 Citroen Dispatch92,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM53 BPU
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Fail 8 Jul 2013 182,189 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Front grill damaged and insecure

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 182,189 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Front grill damaged and insecure

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 182,098 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

both siderepeaters discoloured

brake pedal has long travel

front brake discs slightly pitted/corroded

Fail 11 Jul 2012 182,098 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

bonnet held on secondary catch

both siderepeaters discoloured

brake pedal has long travel

front brake discs slightly pitted/corroded

front grill insecure

Pass 14 Jul 2011 174,487 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 174,487 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 163,190 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 163,189 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2009 124,058 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2009 124,016 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2008 85,533 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2008 85,533 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 47,197 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2007 47,197 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside front tyre sidewall scuffed

Pass 3 Oct 2006 96,474 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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WM53 BPU is a 2004 Citroen Dispatch in Blue with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 2004 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 92,795 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 WM53 BPU, 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 22 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WM53 BPU registered?

WM53 BPU is a 2004 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 25 February 2004.

Is WM53 BPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM53 BPU shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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