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YH03 GDZ

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

211,353 mi
Last recorded211,353 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH03 GDZ
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2017 211,353 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 13 Feb 2017 211,353 miles

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 204,194 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly Both (2.5.B.1b)

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve defective but function not impaired (3.6.E.3)

Fail 27 Jan 2016 204,194 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly Both (2.5.B.1b)

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve defective but function not impaired (3.6.E.3)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 195,851 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 185,176 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 185,175 miles

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

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 172,071 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2013 172,070 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2012 159,598 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 146,968 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 133,631 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 121,847 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 107,311 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2008 107,310 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 90,547 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2007 90,386 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 9 Feb 2006 68,490 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 9 Feb 2006 68,490 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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YH03 GDZ is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 YH03 GDZ, 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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YH03 GDZ is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 14 March 2003.

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