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BU08 JGV

2008 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

56,105 mi
Last recorded56,105 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 JGV
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 56,105 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2025 54,850 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

exhaust flexi hanger in poor condition

Fail 27 Jan 2025 54,838 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

exhaust flexi hanger in poor condition

Pass 14 Feb 2024 53,590 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 51,927 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

auxilary wiring under vehicle poorly routed and poorly secured

Pass 24 Jan 2022 47,859 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 45,980 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2021 45,980 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2020 44,050 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 41,359 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 36,791 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 34,378 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 29,645 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2016 29,645 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 27,666 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 27,666 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 24,947 miles

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

Nail in offside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all tyres perishing

Fail 3 Apr 2013 21,561 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

front pads getting low

Pass 3 Apr 2013 21,561 miles

front pads getting low

Pass 27 Jul 2012 19,907 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jul 2011 16,127 miles

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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BU08 JGV is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 BU08 JGV, 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 BU08 JGV registered?

BU08 JGV is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is BU08 JGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU08 JGV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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