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BW57 BYB

2008 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2024
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

242,934 mi
Last recorded242,934 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW57 BYB
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2023 242,934 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake master cylinder below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively ( Both Side ) (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Steering rack modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2023 242,934 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake master cylinder below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively ( Both Side ) (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Steering rack modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2016 234,057 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 233,766 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts sitting between coils on spring (3.6.B.2a) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2015 133,332 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 121,133 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 106,783 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 86,792 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2012 86,423 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2011 70,626 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 70,626 miles

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

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

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

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

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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BW57 BYB is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BW57 BYB, 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 BW57 BYB registered?

BW57 BYB is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 12 February 2008.

Is BW57 BYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW57 BYB shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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