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YR08 GDX

2008 Citroen Dispatch

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

209,896 mi
Last recorded209,896 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 GDX
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2019 209,896 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

offside front tyre outer sidewall damaged

rear indicators slightly discoloured

Pass 4 Jun 2018 187,533 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front anti-roll bar links have play

Fail 4 Jun 2018 187,533 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

front anti-roll bar links have play

Pass 26 Apr 2017 166,784 miles

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

both front tyres very close to the limit

front outer cv boots weeping/splitting

front wheel bearings have play

Pass 5 Mar 2016 230,794 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 230,786 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2014 209,962 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2014 209,962 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)

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

Pass 30 May 2014 198,626 miles
Fail 30 May 2014 198,626 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2013 108,421 miles

1.n/s rear tyre getting close to wear bars 2.n/s door mirror glass cracked

Fail 22 Feb 2013 108,421 miles

1.n/s rear tyre getting close to wear bars 2.n/s door mirror glass cracked

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 136,170 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 59,769 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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YR08 GDX is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 GDX, 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 GDX registered?

YR08 GDX is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 14 April 2008.

Is YR08 GDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 GDX shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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