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MK08 LGD

2008 Citroen Dispatch

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

139,878 mi
Last recorded139,878 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK08 LGD
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2021 139,878 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2020 134,116 miles

Nearside Rear light lens damaged

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

Fail 28 Feb 2020 134,116 miles

Nearside Rear light lens damaged

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2019 128,672 miles

Nearside Rear light lens is slightly damaged

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

Fail 7 Mar 2019 128,672 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear light lens is slightly damaged

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

Pass 16 Mar 2018 124,454 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin fronts (3.5.1g)

Fail 16 Mar 2018 124,454 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin fronts (3.5.1g)

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2017 117,359 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 13 Mar 2017 117,357 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported two mounts broken (7.1.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Mar 2016 113,801 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (park brake) (3.7.B.5b)

slight play in steering rack inner joints

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

oil leak(alternator contaminated)

Fail 5 Mar 2016 113,801 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (park brake) (3.7.B.5b)

slight play in steering rack inner joints

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

oil leak(alternator contaminated)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 107,370 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 95,933 miles

FRONT BRAKES SLIGHTLY BINDING

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 8 May 2013 82,871 miles
Fail 4 May 2013 82,666 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 71,234 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 63,410 miles

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

Oil leak

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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MK08 LGD is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 MK08 LGD, 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 MK08 LGD registered?

MK08 LGD is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is MK08 LGD safe to buy?

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