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YM53 YWU

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,185 mi
Last recorded137,185 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM53 YWU
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2017 137,185 miles

Central Front Side repeater slightly discoloured both side repeaters incorrect colour {flashing white} (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge tracking was adjusted (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 126,963 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

exhaust tail pipe missing

play in inner rack joints

slight damage to n/s mirror

Fail 31 Oct 2016 126,958 miles

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

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

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

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

exhaust tail pipe missing

play in inner rack joints

slight damage to n/s mirror

Pass 30 Nov 2015 121,267 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 115,772 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 25 Nov 2014 115,772 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 29 Nov 2013 113,490 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 113,490 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 114,424 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 109,521 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 103,121 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 103,121 miles

Centre Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 81,734 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 63,501 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 33,988 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 28,807 miles

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

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 YWU is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc 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 YM53 YWU, 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 YM53 YWU registered?

YM53 YWU is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 24 December 2003.

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