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FH57 VMC

2008 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

28,911 mi
Last recorded28,911 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2015
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH57 VMC
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2015 28,911 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2015 28,911 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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

nearside rear and offside front tyres perished

Pass 14 May 2014 39,312 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 Feb 2013 21,138 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

body has damage and bumpers

Oil leak

Fail 4 Feb 2013 21,137 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

body has damage and bumpers

Oil leak

Pass 6 Feb 2012 15,982 miles

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

Oil leak

damage to the o/s and the rear

Fail 6 Feb 2012 15,982 miles

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

Oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

damage to the o/s and the rear

Pass 3 Feb 2011 11,027 miles

Oil leak

damage to the o/s/f door

damage to the rear door

engine coolant on min mark

Fail 3 Feb 2011 11,027 miles

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

Oil leak

damage to the o/s/f door

damage to the rear door

engine coolant on min mark

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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FH57 VMC is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 FH57 VMC, 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 FH57 VMC registered?

FH57 VMC is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 4 February 2008.

Is FH57 VMC safe to buy?

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