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S888 EPT

2008 Citroen Dispatch

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

149,477 mi
Last recorded149,477 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS888 EPT
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2018 149,477 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2018 149,476 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 139,862 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 139,861 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 138,342 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 129,785 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jul 2014 113,689 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2013 96,086 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 96,086 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 76,001 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 76,001 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Aug 2011 55,918 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

advise nearside rear tyre wall damaged but not afecting tyre

Fail 10 Aug 2011 55,916 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

advise nearside rear tyre wall damaged but not afecting tyre

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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S888 EPT is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 S888 EPT, 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 S888 EPT registered?

S888 EPT is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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