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YS57 GKD

2008 Citroen Dispatch

Yellow Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

226,943 mi
Last recorded226,943 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen Dispatch102,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS57 GKD
MakeCitroen
ModelDispatch
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2023 226,943 miles

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 140,077 miles

Rear Hand brake lever has little reserve travel

Rear Hand brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 5 Feb 2021 139,095 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Feb 2021 139,095 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 125,213 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Feb 2020 125,213 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Emissions not tested oil leak (8.2.2.2 (e))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 199,287 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2019 199,287 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2018 108,901 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 102,423 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 91,483 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 77,077 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 60,874 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 46,831 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 31,499 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 16,092 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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YS57 GKD is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch in Yellow with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 YS57 GKD, 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 YS57 GKD registered?

YS57 GKD is a 2008 Citroen Dispatch, first registered on 24 January 2008.

Is YS57 GKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS57 GKD shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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