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AM08 YWH

2008 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

100,675 mi
Last recorded100,675 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Transit105,466 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 YWH
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Fail 30 Jul 2026 100,675 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced innersill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outersill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced innersill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outersill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outersill corroded in non prescribed areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner valances/spring hangers (6.1.1 (c) (i))

floor corroded in non prescribed area

Pass 7 Aug 2025 97,780 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced innersills and inner wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis legs (6.1.1 (c) (i))

floor corroded in non perscribed area

inner and outersills corroded in non perscribed areas

Pass 22 Jul 2024 95,867 miles

Offside Rear floor corroded in non prescribed area

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

inner and outer sills corroded in non prescribed areas

rear leaf spring eyelets starting to corrode

Pass 7 Aug 2023 93,473 miles

Central o/s sill corrosion outside prescribed area.

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

oil leak.

Pass 6 Aug 2022 90,887 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2022 90,887 miles

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2021 89,313 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine oil leaks

Fail 10 Aug 2021 89,313 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

engine oil leaks

Pass 11 Aug 2020 87,002 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2020 86,984 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2019 84,740 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Aug 2019 84,704 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x 2 (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe to flex (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x 2 on axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 81,789 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 78,758 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2017 78,756 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2016 75,863 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 70,659 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 70,659 miles

Nearside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 66,728 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 61,089 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 58,162 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 58,162 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 43,172 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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AM08 YWH 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 65.2%.

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 AM08 YWH, 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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AM08 YWH is a 2008 Ford Transit, first registered on 27 March 2008.

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