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A21 HWS

2008 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

16,588 mi
Last recorded16,588 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Transit105,466 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 HWS
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 16,588 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 14,152 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 14,104 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 13,141 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 11,416 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 9,495 miles
Fail 26 May 2021 9,493 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jul 2017 9,304 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 9,020 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 7,777 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 7,349 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 6,982 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 5,085 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 4,260 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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A21 HWS is a 2008 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 A21 HWS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A21 HWS registered?

A21 HWS is a 2008 Ford Transit, first registered on 12 August 2008.

Is A21 HWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A21 HWS shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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