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CITROEN DISPATCH (2018)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 7,633 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

84%

Total Tests (2024)

7,633

Avg Mileage

78,004 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,500

Is the 2018 CITROEN DISPATCH reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the CITROEN brand average of 79%.

At 6 years old, 84% of CITROEN DISPATCHs from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 7,633 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 78,004 miles.

How does the 2018 CITROEN DISPATCH compare?

Rank among all 2018 cars561th out of 649(top 86%)
Rank among all CITROEN models217th out of 599(top 36%)
vs national average+2% (82% avg)
vs 2018 cars average-5% (89% avg)
vs CITROEN average+5% (79% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2018 CITROEN DISPATCH has 78,004 miles on the clock, which is well above the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car. Check service history carefully, as high-mileage cars need consistent maintenance to stay reliable.

How much does a 2018 CITROEN DISPATCH cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 1560cc)
£905
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,500
Per month£125/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

CITROEN DISPATCH by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202178%48746,003 mi
202081%1,01857,700 mi
201983%6,03472,562 mi
201884%7,63378,004 mi
201783%7,93888,873 mi
201675%6,82098,413 mi
201571%7,886108,360 mi
201472%6,038113,978 mi
201371%4,831121,259 mi
201272%3,454131,020 mi
201171%3,820140,276 mi
201071%3,948145,681 mi
200971%3,018144,057 mi
200870%3,699149,351 mi
200769%3,191152,813 mi
200666%1,932138,439 mi
200564%1,410127,203 mi
200467%1,080134,741 mi
200364%677134,756 mi
200268%482125,040 mi
200162%255134,021 mi
200067%105175,070 mi
199960%207148,881 mi
199872%136143,367 mi
199771%107161,054 mi

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About the 2018 CITROEN DISPATCH

The 2018 CITROEN DISPATCH is a small family car with a 1560cc diesel engine. 7,633 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 86% of 2018 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 78,004 miles at 6 years old, CITROEN DISPATCH owners cover more miles than the average driver. High-mileage examples should be checked carefully for wear on suspension, brakes, and drivetrain components.

2018 CITROEN DISPATCH Fuel Costs

The 1560cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 55 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £905 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.

What does it cost to own a 2018 CITROEN DISPATCH?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,500 (£125/month), broken down as £905 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 84% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

CITROEN DISPATCH Reliability Trend

Newer CITROEN DISPATCHs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 9 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2018 CITROEN DISPATCH

At 6 years old, the CITROEN DISPATCH offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. With 7,633 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2018 CITROEN DISPATCH

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: