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DG08 TYZ

2008 Citroen Dispatch

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

210,411 mi
Last recorded210,411 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 TYZ
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Fail 21 Feb 2025 210,411 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Nearside and offside (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Nearside and offside (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Steering rack insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting defective Bracket at rear broke away (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside outer sill area corroded and holed

Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Drivers (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 197,007 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 88,695 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2023 186,660 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 174,488 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 27 Jan 2021 99,419 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 89,543 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 76,762 miles

Engine oil leak

Pass 2 Feb 2018 67,706 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 62,046 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 56,422 miles

both rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 4 Feb 2015 51,289 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 47,232 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 18 Mar 2013 42,422 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 36,725 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 31,466 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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DG08 TYZ is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DG08 TYZ, 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 DG08 TYZ registered?

DG08 TYZ is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is DG08 TYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 TYZ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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