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MA08 TXS

2008 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

66,141 mi
Last recorded66,141 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA08 TXS
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2022 66,141 miles

Central Front (chip in windscreen less than 10mm)

Central Front Lower Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (power steering pipe across front subframe /fluid low) (2.1.5 (a))

Central Front Lower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (slightly damaged) (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Oil leak, but not excessive (driveshaft seal area) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2022 66,138 miles

Nearside Front Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (detected on shaker plates) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Brake hose excessively damaged (securing bolt missing ) (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (detected on shaker plates) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (front securing bolt missing /fractured) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (securing bolt missing) other bolt loose ) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust system insecure (mounting brackets fractured) (6.1.2 (a))

Central Front (chip in windscreen less than 10mm)

Central Front Lower Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (power steering pipe across front subframe /fluid low) (2.1.5 (a))

Central Front Lower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (slightly damaged) (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Oil leak, but not excessive (driveshaft seal area) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2021 60,400 miles

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 55,159 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2019 55,151 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) tie rod inner joint (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 51,828 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 79,402 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 47,093 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear tyre shows signs of age deterioration

Oil leak ()

Pass 16 Jun 2015 44,469 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 41,958 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 39,275 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 35,168 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 24,302 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 24,297 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside 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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MA08 TXS is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 MA08 TXS, 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 MA08 TXS registered?

MA08 TXS is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is MA08 TXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA08 TXS shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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