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AK08 GFV

2008 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

199,946 mi
Last recorded199,946 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Transit105,466 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK08 GFV
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 3 Sep 2018 199,946 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive OUTER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 190,765 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front d bushes (2.4.G.2)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower[rear bushes] (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 181,618 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front d bushes (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 166,190 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 142,221 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 113,876 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2012 81,868 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 54,282 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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AK08 GFV is a 2008 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AK08 GFV, 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 AK08 GFV registered?

AK08 GFV is a 2008 Ford Transit, first registered on 17 July 2008.

Is AK08 GFV safe to buy?

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