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YM53 ARU

2003 Citroen Dispatch

Blue Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,561 mi
Last recorded108,561 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2011
Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM53 ARU
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2011 108,561 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2010 87,587 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 78,894 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 69,832 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2008 69,832 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2007 64,328 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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YM53 ARU is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in Blue with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YM53 ARU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YM53 ARU?

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What year was YM53 ARU registered?

YM53 ARU is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is YM53 ARU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM53 ARU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YM53 ARU have outstanding finance?

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