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AB08 GVR

2008 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2025
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

190,095 mi
Last recorded190,095 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Transit105,466 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Fail 14 Nov 2025 190,095 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2025 189,674 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2025 189,222 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 173,453 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jul 2024 173,453 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 May 2023 169,353 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2023 169,173 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 157,435 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2022 165,347 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 131,361 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 124,168 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017

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 GVR is a 2008 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 GVR, 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 AB08 GVR registered?

AB08 GVR is a 2008 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is AB08 GVR safe to buy?

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