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AO08 LRJ

2008 Citroen Dispatch

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

270,620 mi
Last recorded270,620 miles
Recorded on3 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 LRJ
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2024 270,620 miles

Engine fuel injector blowing

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Power steering components slightly weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both nearside and offside rear outer sills been repaired but slightly damaged at jacking points and slightly corroded on inner sill to floor but strength not reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 263,460 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 5 May 2022 252,721 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2022 156,918 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Power steering component leaking Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 242,708 miles

Offside Front wiper blade slightly smeary

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

centre stop lamp not working

Pass 24 Feb 2020 150,287 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2020 150,286 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside front brake pad sensor wire broken

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 138,426 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 125,168 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 110,051 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 95,059 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 79,047 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 64,546 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 50,561 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 33,217 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 33,122 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 28,881 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 28,881 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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AO08 LRJ is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AO08 LRJ, 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 AO08 LRJ registered?

AO08 LRJ is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is AO08 LRJ safe to buy?

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