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YY03 KYB

2003 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2022
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Citroen Dispatch91,010 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY03 KYB
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2021

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front wing mirror glass showing sharp edges

Fail 27 Apr 2021

Central Front Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front wing mirror glass showing sharp edges

Pass 14 Feb 2020

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2019
Pass 24 May 2018

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2017

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016
Fail 9 Jun 2016

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

Pass 23 Jun 2015 124,818 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 129,447 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 129,445 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 23 May 2013 127,864 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 125,130 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2012 125,130 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2011

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

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

Pass 6 May 2011
Pass 5 May 2010 166,601 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 166,601 miles

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 40,925 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 40,925 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 33,662 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 26,985 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 26,906 miles

Centre Front Seat belt attachment fitting fractured (5.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer control is inaccessible to the driver (8.2.1a)

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

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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YY03 KYB is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 YY03 KYB, 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 YY03 KYB registered?

YY03 KYB is a 2003 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 24 April 2003.

Is YY03 KYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY03 KYB shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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