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AM08 YWN

2008 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

246,015 mi
Last recorded246,015 miles
Recorded on9 May 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Transit105,466 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 YWN
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2016 246,015 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 245,813 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both fronts (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe modified and seriously weakened long chasisis brake pipe (3.6.A.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Brake pipe modified but not seriously weakened both rears (3.6.A.3)

Pass 16 May 2015 229,611 miles
Fail 16 May 2015 229,611 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Fail 3 May 2014 184,901 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 May 2014 184,901 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2013 180,578 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 180,578 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2012 146,876 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 111,501 miles

damage on front number plate

nearside front tyre worn on edge

splits in rear axle spring eye bushes

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 YWN is a 2008 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 YWN, 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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What year was AM08 YWN registered?

AM08 YWN is a 2008 Ford Transit, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is AM08 YWN safe to buy?

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