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LX08 SBU

2008 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

271,465 mi
Last recorded271,465 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 SBU
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2021 271,465 miles

Body panel slightly loose front bumper (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rears (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f & n/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Dec 2021 271,465 miles

Body panel slightly loose front bumper (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Position lamp not working o/s/f , side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rears (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f & n/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 158,406 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2019 241,298 miles

Seat belt slightly damaged o\s front (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2019 241,297 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

Seat belt slightly damaged o\s front (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 136,306 miles

Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o\s front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2018 219,317 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn o\s front top joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake performance not tested n\s rear wheel locked (1.2.1 (g))

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt o\s front outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm n\s rear (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Oct 2017 123,735 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n\s and o\s front on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 109,053 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2016 109,053 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2015 92,512 miles

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 76,830 miles

crack in windscreen.

Fail 20 Oct 2014 76,830 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

crack in windscreen.

Pass 24 Oct 2013 53,631 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2013 50,202 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 33,974 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 8 Mar 2012 33,974 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 11 Feb 2011 21,350 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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LX08 SBU is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LX08 SBU, 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 LX08 SBU registered?

LX08 SBU is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 4 March 2008.

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