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BN08 ORL

2008 Citroen Dispatch

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

153,671 mi
Last recorded153,671 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 ORL
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 153,671 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill under underbody protection (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 3 Jun 2025 148,808 miles

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

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2024 142,317 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut top in engine bay (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut top in engine bay (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

rear axle beam corroded

Pass 12 Jun 2023 137,064 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Outer cv boot slight seepage of grease

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

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

Fail 8 Jun 2023 137,026 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Outer cv boot slight seepage of grease

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2022 131,263 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2021 123,357 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. offside slightly slower/less effort (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2013 160,062 miles

Oil leak

Fail 18 Jun 2013 160,062 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jul 2012 118,026 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 3 Jul 2012 118,026 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 50,711 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside door mirror glass damaged

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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BN08 ORL is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BN08 ORL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN08 ORL registered?

BN08 ORL is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 19 May 2008.

Is BN08 ORL safe to buy?

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