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EJ08 DHE

2008 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

99,261 mi
Last recorded99,261 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ08 DHE
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 99,261 miles

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2025 99,261 miles

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 89,474 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 89,055 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 85,878 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2022 85,878 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 83,645 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 21 Apr 2021 83,645 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 20 May 2020 81,546 miles

Rear exhaust hanger broken

Pass 17 May 2019 79,464 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 79,463 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2018 72,811 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 63,907 miles

Front exhaust heatshield loose

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear tyre deteriorated and cut in tread

Oil leak ()

Rear tyres non commercial

Pass 26 May 2016 55,872 miles

Rear tyres slightly deteriorated

Fail 26 May 2016 55,872 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear tyres slightly deteriorated

windscreen wipers deteriorated

Pass 21 May 2015 47,341 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 39,236 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 29,543 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 25 May 2012 21,152 miles

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

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

Fail 25 May 2012 21,152 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Pass 20 May 2011 13,787 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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EJ08 DHE is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 EJ08 DHE, 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 EJ08 DHE registered?

EJ08 DHE is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is EJ08 DHE safe to buy?

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