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AB08 GVG

2008 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

203,875 mi
Last recorded203,875 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2015
Typical for 2008 Ford Transit105,466 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 GVG
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2015 203,875 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 186,108 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 154,208 miles

near side rear diff seal leaking

uneven wear in both front tyres

Fail 6 Jun 2012 154,124 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

near side rear diff seal leaking

uneven wear in both front tyres

Pass 24 May 2011 115,963 miles

both rear hub seals appear to be leaking.

Fail 18 May 2011 115,221 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear hub seals appear to be leaking.

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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AB08 GVG is a 2008 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AB08 GVG, 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 AB08 GVG registered?

AB08 GVG is a 2008 Ford Transit, first registered on 12 June 2008.

Is AB08 GVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 GVG shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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