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SO08 FKA

2008 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2023
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

97,055 mi
Last recorded97,055 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO08 FKA
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2022 97,055 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fluid leak, but not excessive on top of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2022 97,047 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perished with cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fluid leak, but not excessive on top of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2022 96,982 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Fuel system component leaking Injectors (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Coolant leak ()

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2021 93,925 miles

offside rear tyre starting to perish , crack

Fail 20 Feb 2021 93,925 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp flashing with indicator (4.2.3 (c))

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

offside rear tyre starting to perish , crack

Pass 18 Feb 2020 147,085 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2020 147,077 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 143,825 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2018 86,984 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 84,768 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2017 84,768 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2015 81,659 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 77,055 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 77,055 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 73,999 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2013 73,986 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2012 66,893 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 57,083 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2011 57,083 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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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SO08 FKA is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 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 SO08 FKA, 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 SO08 FKA registered?

SO08 FKA is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 15 August 2008.

Is SO08 FKA safe to buy?

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