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SH08 LVZ

2008 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

203,487 mi
Last recorded203,487 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 LVZ
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2020 203,487 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2019 121,008 miles

Nearside Front Inner splash guard insecure

Offside Front Inner splash guard insecure

fuel cooler n/s of chassis incorectly secured

Fail 9 Feb 2019 120,993 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing clutch and brake (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Power steering component leaking steering rack oil (2.1.5 (a))

Reversing lamp does not emit a steady white light both lights inop (4.6.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Power steering component insecure and steering adversely affected fluid resevior insecure (2.1.5 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner splash guard insecure

Offside Front Inner splash guard insecure

Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight weep o/s and n/s outer slight weep of grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

fuel cooler n/s of chassis incorectly secured

Pass 6 Feb 2018 117,750 miles

Central Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear rear lense cracked

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

Offside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

front tyres different size to rear 205 -215

Pass 4 Feb 2017 113,471 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 5 Feb 2016 111,425 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Feb 2016 111,425 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2015 97,420 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 148,887 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2013 148,887 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 89,122 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 89,122 miles

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 69,752 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)

Fail 5 Jul 2011 69,752 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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)

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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SH08 LVZ is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 SH08 LVZ, 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 SH08 LVZ registered?

SH08 LVZ is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is SH08 LVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH08 LVZ shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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