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YR08 FOV

2008 Citroen Dispatch

Red Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

142,732 mi
Last recorded142,732 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 FOV
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2019 142,732 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 206,586 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 206,586 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2017 116,436 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2017 116,391 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 104,053 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 104,031 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) steering wheel loose (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 94,595 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 86,594 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 11 Mar 2013 78,578 miles

Offside rear brake oval

Fail 8 Mar 2013 78,577 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear brake oval

Pass 9 Mar 2012 70,245 miles

Brake and clutch pedal rubbers missing

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Fail 9 Mar 2012 70,245 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 60,820 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 9 Mar 2011 97,859 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

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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YR08 FOV is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in Red with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 YR08 FOV, 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 YR08 FOV registered?

YR08 FOV is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is YR08 FOV safe to buy?

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