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UC08 EFC

2008 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

232,710 mi
Last recorded232,710 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUC08 EFC
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2024 232,710 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2024 232,710 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2023 140,435 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 8 May 2019 135,443 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Apr 2019 135,433 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Feb 2019 217,893 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2018 132,582 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Fail 31 Jan 2018 132,582 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 112,572 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 108,549 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 108,158 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 100,742 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 88,063 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 158,696 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 158,696 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 122,373 miles

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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UC08 EFC is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 UC08 EFC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UC08 EFC registered?

UC08 EFC is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is UC08 EFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for UC08 EFC shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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