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YH08 EAX

2008 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

171,947 mi
Last recorded171,947 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH08 EAX
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2018 171,947 miles

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2018 171,947 miles

Offside Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure d bush (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 94,144 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn on outer edge

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 129,717 miles

Front brake pads low

Nearside Front brake hose slightly deteriorated

Offside Front Outer cv boot leaking grease but appears secure

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

driveshaft oil seals leaking

Fail 3 Sep 2016 129,693 miles

Fuel system component leaking injectors leaking combustion/exhaust gases (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Front brake pads low

Nearside Front brake hose slightly deteriorated

Offside Front Outer cv boot leaking grease but appears secure

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

driveshaft oil seals leaking

Pass 3 Sep 2015 67,814 miles

both rear tyres perished

Pass 5 Sep 2014 54,433 miles

both rear tyres perished

Fail 2 Sep 2014 54,281 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

both sides rears perished

Pass 5 Sep 2013 41,515 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 41,515 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 30,125 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 26,257 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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YH08 EAX 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 YH08 EAX, 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 YH08 EAX registered?

YH08 EAX is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 20 March 2008.

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