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SR08 EFM

2008 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

55,071 mi
Last recorded55,071 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSR08 EFM
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 55,071 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides metal part of flexi hose at caliper end (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated small grease leak (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2025 50,102 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 1 Mar 2025 50,102 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps ALL (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 48,127 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 41,817 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/65/15C) (tyre has cracking between the treads. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/65/15C ) (tyre has cracking between the treads. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 62,218 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Middle pipe hanger mounting bracket corroded and broken away from pipe. (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 12 Jul 2021 62,218 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Middle pipe hanger mounting bracket corroded and broken away from pipe. (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2020 57,674 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/65x15c cracking through tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/65x15c cracking through tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Jul 2020 57,674 miles

Brake performance not tested due to n/s/r tyre under inflated (1.2.1 (g))

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

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/65x15c cracking through tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/65x15c cracking through tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 54,672 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2019 54,670 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot insecure. (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot insecure. (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/65/15 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2016 25,603 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Mar 2016 25,603 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 18,419 miles

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

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

nearside front wiperblade torn on edge

Pass 7 Feb 2014 14,748 miles

exhaust front heat shield has movement at mount area

oil dampness engine sump area

Fail 3 Feb 2014 14,748 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

exhaust front heat shield has movement at mount area

oil dampness engine sump area

oil level very low

Pass 8 Feb 2013 10,623 miles

engine warning lamp lit

offside wiper smearing slightly

Pass 19 Apr 2011 10,621 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 10,621 miles

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

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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SR08 EFM 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 63.2%.

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 SR08 EFM, 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 SR08 EFM registered?

SR08 EFM is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 14 May 2008.

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The MOT history for SR08 EFM shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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