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A17 RSO

2008 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,203 mi
Last recorded71,203 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Transit105,466 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 RSO
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2026 71,203 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 68,155 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

body corrosion off side rear and near side rear behind wheel

body corrosion off side rear and near side rear in front how wheel

slight oil weep from off side rear hub seal not effecting brakes

Pass 12 Feb 2024 65,023 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

off side rear hub seal leaking but not effecting the braking system

Pass 13 Feb 2023 61,935 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 58,583 miles

Central Rear brake pads low

Nearside Front front tyre worn on edge

Nearside Rear rear tyre close to limit

Pass 2 Sep 2020 54,372 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 53,910 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 51,438 miles

corrosion to sills,arches

wishbone bushes starting to perish

Pass 3 Aug 2017 48,425 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 45,576 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 43,006 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

fuel tank damp no but drips forming

Pass 7 Aug 2014 40,969 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 37,964 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 34,720 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 31,070 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Transit?

Based on 16,371,688 MOT tests across 1,454,648 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
7,998
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,454,648
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 551,926
Brake pipe excessively corroded 469,823
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 469,369
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 418,048
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 414,266
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A17 RSO is a 2008 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 105,466 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 551,926 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A17 RSO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 18 years old, this Ford Transit is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A17 RSO registered?

A17 RSO is a 2008 Ford Transit, first registered on 12 August 2008.

Is A17 RSO safe to buy?

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