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AB08 GVN

2008 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

61,769 mi
Last recorded61,769 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Transit105,466 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 GVN
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 61,769 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 61,641 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 60,831 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 59,621 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 58,239 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 58,239 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 55,895 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 52,513 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 49,008 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 44,990 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 40,551 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 35,292 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 30,495 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 25,725 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 20,303 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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AB08 GVN is a 2008 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AB08 GVN, 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

How do I check the history of AB08 GVN?

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What year was AB08 GVN registered?

AB08 GVN is a 2008 Ford Transit, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is AB08 GVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 GVN shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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