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YP08 MDF

2008 Citroen Dispatch

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

151,908 mi
Last recorded151,908 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP08 MDF
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 151,908 miles

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 9 Dec 2025 151,886 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 151,620 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2024 151,600 miles

Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Hydraulic brake cylinder excessively weakened by corrosion both rear (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 150,975 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2023 150,971 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2020 149,957 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective Wiper end split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 90,405 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 85,478 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2017 85,474 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 79,995 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2016 79,993 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2015 75,199 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 65,164 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Pass 3 May 2013 52,424 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2012 38,643 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 21,050 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 33,865 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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YP08 MDF is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 YP08 MDF, 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 YP08 MDF registered?

YP08 MDF is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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