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SD08 JVL

2008 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2019
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

203,276 mi
Last recorded203,276 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD08 JVL
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2018 203,276 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 202,669 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 180,284 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 179,942 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 164,582 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Jul 2014 164,582 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 156,440 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 6 Apr 2013 156,417 miles

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 108,766 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 45,531 miles

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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SD08 JVL is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SD08 JVL, 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 SD08 JVL registered?

SD08 JVL is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is SD08 JVL safe to buy?

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