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FV08 XLZ

2008 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

128,241 mi
Last recorded128,241 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2016
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 XLZ
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2016 128,241 miles

Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component power steering rack (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

engine slight diesel leak

near side front mirror glass cracked slightly

off side front tyre getting a little low outer edge

slight damage near side inner wheel arch cover

Fail 15 Oct 2016 128,183 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component power steering rack (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

engine slight diesel leak

near side front mirror glass cracked slightly

off side front tyre getting a little low outer edge

slight damage near side inner wheel arch cover

Pass 17 Oct 2015 114,325 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 99,483 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 99,483 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 88,496 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 128,750 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2011 73,604 miles

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

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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FV08 XLZ is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FV08 XLZ, 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 FV08 XLZ registered?

FV08 XLZ is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 16 June 2008.

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