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SO08 LLA

2008 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

228,627 mi
Last recorded228,627 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2019 228,627 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018
Fail 7 Apr 2018

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2017 203,099 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2017 203,099 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 98,765 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 96,006 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 96,006 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 91,541 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 91,541 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 85,571 miles

o/s/r tyre wall is starting to perish

Fail 8 Jul 2013 85,490 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

o/s/r tyre wall is starting to perish

Fail 6 Jul 2012 78,043 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)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 78,043 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)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 67,675 miles

Nearside Rear 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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SO08 LLA is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 SO08 LLA, 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 LLA registered?

SO08 LLA is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 14 July 2008.

Is SO08 LLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO08 LLA shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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