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YF08 AKG

2008 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

108,851 mi
Last recorded108,851 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF08 AKG
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2017 108,851 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2017 108,851 miles

Central Rear Trailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)

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

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

Offside Front Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 98,361 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 98,361 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Rear Trailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Sep 2015 85,823 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 74,803 miles

Gear selection stiff

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 62,203 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2013 62,203 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 53,318 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 48,979 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 48,979 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2011 77,549 miles

Oil leak

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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YF08 AKG is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YF08 AKG, 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 YF08 AKG registered?

YF08 AKG is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 16 May 2008.

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The MOT history for YF08 AKG shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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