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AF08 JLB

2008 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2022
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

103,921 mi
Last recorded103,921 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Transit105,466 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 JLB
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2021 103,921 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 103,921 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2020 97,409 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2020 97,408 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Plate value 1.44 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 May 2019 86,439 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 86,239 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 8 May 2018 77,981 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 73,380 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 73,380 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 66,427 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 58,349 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 24 Apr 2015 58,349 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 May 2014 50,236 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 41,245 miles

Wheel nut covers fitted to all wheels at time of test

Fail 8 May 2013 41,245 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Wheel nut covers fitted to all wheels at time of test

Fail 9 Jul 2012 38,868 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 38,868 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 28,790 miles

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 28,790 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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AF08 JLB is a 2008 Ford Transit in White with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 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 AF08 JLB, 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 AF08 JLB registered?

AF08 JLB is a 2008 Ford Transit, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is AF08 JLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 JLB shows 19 tests with a 57.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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