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White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,997 cc

LS53 NUJMOT history

LS53 NUJ is a white diesel Citroën Dispatch first used on 14 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 6 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 167,401 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Mar 2026
Mileage
167,401 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,474 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 NUJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
Dispatch
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
14 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS53 NUJ was last recorded at 167,401 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 1,507 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,894 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,507 miles
Average per year
4,474 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,401 miles
  • 2025 – 165,894 miles
  • 2024 – 164,707 miles
  • 2023 – 163,133 miles
  • 2022 – 161,926 miles
  • 2021 – 158,940 miles
  • 2020 – 156,816 miles
  • 2019 – 152,723 miles
  • 2017 – 147,304 miles
  • 2016 – 142,690 miles
  • 2015 – 136,999 miles
  • 2014 – 130,887 miles
  • 2013 – 124,522 miles
  • 2012 – 118,937 miles
  • 2011 – 112,895 miles
  • 2010 – 108,267 miles
  • 2009 – 102,397 miles
  • 2008 – 93,990 miles
  • 2007 – 85,808 miles
  • 2006 – 80,948 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail167,401 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust rusty and minor blow
  • AdvisoryOffside front outer sill rusty

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2017–2025

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside rear sill to floor slight corrosion

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 1 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail167,401 miles (+1,507)6 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,401 miles
    Test number
    320958037922
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty and minor blow
    • AdvisoryOffside front outer sill rusty

  2. Pass165,894 miles (+13)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    165,894 miles
    Test number
    666933762062
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill slight corrosion
    • AdvisorySill to floors slight corrosion

  3. Fail165,881 miles (+1,174)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,881 miles
    Test number
    507441735673
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill slight corrosion
    • AdvisorySill to floors slight corrosion

  4. Pass164,707 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    164,707 miles
    Test number
    354821574638
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear sill to floor slight corrosion

  5. Fail164,697 miles (+1,564)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,697 miles
    Test number
    945394913788
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear sill to floor slight corrosion

  6. Pass163,133 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    163,133 miles
    Test number
    914524735769
    • AdvisoryOuter sills slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear sill to floors slight corrosion

  7. Fail163,131 miles (+1,205)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,131 miles
    Test number
    592324506563
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to compensator (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOuter sills slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear sill to floors slight corrosion

  8. Pass161,926 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    161,926 miles
    Test number
    939450267971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail161,889 miles (+2,949)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,889 miles
    Test number
    426377099300
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass158,940 miles (+2,124)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    158,940 miles
    Test number
    611035074151
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside sill to floor slight corrosion

  11. Pass156,816 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    156,816 miles
    Test number
    246933488344
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear sill to floor slight corrosion

  12. Fail156,808 miles (+4,085)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,808 miles
    Test number
    535777568894
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear sill to floor slight corrosion

  13. Pass152,723 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    152,723 miles
    Test number
    204807070938
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail152,717 miles (+5,413)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,717 miles
    Test number
    388189288977
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass147,304 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    147,304 miles
    Test number
    274107826830
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail147,299 miles (+4,609)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,299 miles
    Test number
    472082481583
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill to floor (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass142,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    142,690 miles
    Test number
    197053380613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail142,690 miles (+5,691)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,690 miles
    Test number
    563242238546
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

  19. Pass136,999 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    136,999 miles
    Test number
    704797359568
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  20. Fail136,995 miles (+6,108)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,995 miles
    Test number
    837113136933
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  21. Pass130,887 miles (+6,365)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    130,887 miles
    Test number
    767834414370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass124,522 miles (+5,585)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    124,522 miles
    Test number
    969062893297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear exhaust rusty

  23. Pass118,937 miles (+6,042)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    118,937 miles
    Test number
    697878702361
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  24. Pass112,895 miles (+4,628)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    112,895 miles
    Test number
    986025311339
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  25. Pass108,267 miles (+5,870)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    108,267 miles
    Test number
    612739610313
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  26. Pass102,397 miles (+8,407)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    102,397 miles
    Test number
    191556699287
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteSlight play offside steering rack

  27. Pass93,990 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    93,990 miles
    Test number
    331839888443
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Fail93,990 miles (+8,182)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,990 miles
    Test number
    380829388449
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  29. Pass85,808 miles (+4,860)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    85,808 miles
    Test number
    242686917317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass80,948 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    80,948 miles
    Test number
    771502216399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail80,913 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,913 miles
    Test number
    550205906370
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about LS53 NUJ

Does LS53 NUJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 NUJ expired on 6 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 NUJ?
The MOT on LS53 NUJ expired on 6 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 NUJ done?
LS53 NUJ was recorded at 167,401 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 4,474 miles a year.
Has LS53 NUJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 NUJ has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LS53 NUJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LS53 NUJ find?
LS53 NUJ failed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with 6 major defects, 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to floor; nearside headlamp not working on dipped beam, and 10 more.

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