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MD08 LWY

2008 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

187,593 mi
Last recorded187,593 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD08 LWY
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 187,593 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 174,186 miles
Fail 4 May 2024 174,186 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 263,141 miles

Coolant leak ()

Exhaust mounting defective mid and rear (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 24 Apr 2023 263,141 miles

Coolant leak ()

Exhaust mounting defective mid and rear (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 6 May 2022 163,052 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 29 Apr 2022 163,052 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 10 Feb 2021 262,335 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 30 Dec 2019 252,504 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 149,740 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 139,198 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint slight (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front inner brake pads signs of wear

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 131,823 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 122,886 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 112,965 miles

Gearbox Shaft Oil Seals Leaking ( Both )

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 101,785 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 101,784 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 80,158 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 54,063 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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MD08 LWY 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 72.2%.

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 MD08 LWY, 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 MD08 LWY registered?

MD08 LWY is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 28 August 2008.

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