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A13 HAU

2008 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

45,418 mi
Last recorded45,418 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 HAU
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 45,418 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded showing signs of corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing rears outer casings showing signs of corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 25,503 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing o/s and n/s rear outer casings showing signs of corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 24,836 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded rears showing signs of corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))

rear shocker outer casings showing signs of corrosion

Pass 24 Jun 2022 22,809 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s rear coil springs showing signs of corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing rears outer casings showing signs of corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 May 2021 19,669 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing outer casings showing signs of corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

Front subframe showing signs of corrosion

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 18,155 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s and n/s front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing front outer casings showing signs of corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 23,626 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s and n/s front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 13,354 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 10,451 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 9,668 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 8,535 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Fail 25 Mar 2015 8,535 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2014 5,971 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 89,071 miles

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

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 4,830 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 4,148 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 3,211 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 3,211 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 3,211 miles

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

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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A13 HAU is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Citroen Dispatch models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 102,636 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 A13 HAU, 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 18 years old, this Citroen Dispatch is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A13 HAU registered?

A13 HAU is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is A13 HAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A13 HAU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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