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MF08 VCM

2008 Citroen Dispatch

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

149,302 mi
Last recorded149,302 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 VCM
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 149,302 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 141,017 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 130,479 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 120,152 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2022 119,794 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 110,896 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2021 110,700 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 98,154 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2020 98,149 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Sep 2019 91,096 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2018 83,816 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2017 78,389 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 71,074 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 62,879 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2014 55,061 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 47,574 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 40,474 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 40,473 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 32,697 miles

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

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

Slight play in both front drop links.

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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MF08 VCM is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 MF08 VCM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MF08 VCM?

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What year was MF08 VCM registered?

MF08 VCM is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 6 May 2008.

Is MF08 VCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF08 VCM shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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