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AK08 PST

2008 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Ford Transit105,466 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK08 PST
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2025
Pass 19 Jul 2024 40,778 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 40,427 miles

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

Reverse lights inop

Pass 14 Jul 2022 39,784 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 39,384 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 39,133 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 38,685 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 37,234 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 37,255 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2017 33,046 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2017 33,045 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Emergency exit sign missing interior and exterior (6.2.D.3)

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

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Speed limiter plate missing (6.5.A.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 30,799 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 28,601 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 26,320 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 22,668 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 18,747 miles

Only 10 passenger seats fitted at time of test

Fail 10 Jul 2012 18,747 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Only 10 passenger seats fitted at time of test

Pass 12 Jul 2011 14,363 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 8,987 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 8,987 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 3,794 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 3,794 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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 PST is a 2008 Ford Transit in White with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 AK08 PST, 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 PST registered?

AK08 PST is a 2008 Ford Transit, first registered on 21 July 2008.

Is AK08 PST safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK08 PST shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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