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FY08 RCV

2008 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

214,313 mi
Last recorded214,313 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 RCV
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2019 214,313 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

play in steering rack

Fail 11 Apr 2019 214,313 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

play in steering rack

Pass 24 Mar 2018 197,789 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 24 Mar 2018 197,789 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2017 177,693 miles

Oil leak ()

rear suspension close to bump stops

Fail 11 Apr 2017 177,654 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Oil leak ()

rear suspension close to bump stops

Pass 23 Mar 2016 152,289 miles

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

Offside windscreen has a crack

oil leak

Fail 23 Mar 2016 152,289 miles

Front Brake pad(s) modified and seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

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

Offside windscreen has a crack

oil leak

top of steering rack slight leak

Fail 28 Mar 2015 130,153 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

oil leak

sign of leak from steering rack area

Pass 28 Mar 2015 130,153 miles

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

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

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

oil leak

sign of leak from steering rack area

Fail 2 Apr 2014 104,262 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

nearside rear tyre starting to ware low

Pass 2 Apr 2014 104,262 miles

nearside rear tyre starting to ware low

Fail 28 Mar 2013 89,938 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

nearside rear tyre worn uneven

Pass 28 Mar 2013 89,938 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

nearside rear tyre worn uneven

Pass 4 Apr 2012 68,460 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 21,729 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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FY08 RCV is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 FY08 RCV, 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 FY08 RCV registered?

FY08 RCV is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is FY08 RCV safe to buy?

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