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GF08 DTX

2008 Citroen Dispatch

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2025
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

91,856 mi
Last recorded91,856 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 DTX
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2024 91,856 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Mar 2024 91,856 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2023 85,390 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 18 Feb 2023 85,390 miles

Headlamps matched pair incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 71,798 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all axle 1 and 2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Feb 2022 71,798 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all axle 1 and 2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 50,590 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2021 50,590 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 80,885 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2019 80,879 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 49,692 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2018 49,692 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 48,246 miles

rear exhaust mount snapped system still secure

Fail 17 Aug 2017 48,246 miles

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

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

rear exhaust mount snapped system still secure

Fail 16 Aug 2017 48,234 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported ALL BRACKETS SNAPPED (7.1.1)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick X2 NSF/OSF (3.5.1g)

Central Rear BRAKE LIGHT NOT WORKING OR CONNECTED

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Bumper insecure ()

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 71,109 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 52,509 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 35,747 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 13,921 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 8,629 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 8,578 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 8,578 miles

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

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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GF08 DTX is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 GF08 DTX, 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 GF08 DTX registered?

GF08 DTX is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is GF08 DTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 DTX shows 22 tests with a 59.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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