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SO57 DSV

2008 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2017
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

176,475 mi
Last recorded176,475 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2016
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO57 DSV
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2016 176,475 miles

Oil Leak.

Pass 2 Feb 2015 170,454 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2015 170,454 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 17 Jan 2014 165,131 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

brake pad wear indercator wire damaged

Pass 17 Jan 2014 165,131 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

brake pad wear indercator wire damaged

Pass 18 Jan 2013 160,237 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2013 160,237 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2012 135,523 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 135,523 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 104,909 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2011 104,896 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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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SO57 DSV is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 SO57 DSV, 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 SO57 DSV registered?

SO57 DSV is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is SO57 DSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO57 DSV shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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