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AK08 GMH

2008 Ford Transit

Black Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

134,614 mi
Last recorded134,614 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Transit105,466 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK08 GMH
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 134,614 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2024 95,389 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 89,589 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Centre-Rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2022 82,017 miles

General underbody corrosion

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

Pass 14 Oct 2021 77,611 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2020 64,559 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 64,551 miles

clutch release bearing noisy

Fail 27 Sep 2017 64,551 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

clutch release bearing noisy

wiper blades not tested

Pass 29 Sep 2016 62,002 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 50,722 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2015 50,722 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 42,259 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 31,198 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 24,347 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 24,347 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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AK08 GMH is a 2008 Ford Transit in Black with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GMH, 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 GMH registered?

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

Is AK08 GMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK08 GMH shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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