The road tax status for AR05 BAK is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for AR05 BAK?

The MOT for AR05 BAK is valid and due for renewal on or before 14 April 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of AR05 BAK?

The recorded mileage for AR05 BAK is 173,138 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is AR05 BAK ULEZ compliant?

No, AR05 BAK does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2008 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · AR05 BAK

AR05 BAK

2008 Ford Transit (2.4L, diesel). First registered 17/10/2008. Recorded mileage 173,138 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: FORD TRANSIT
Year / Origin: 2008 · Norwich
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 14/04/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 173,138 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

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Valid until 14/04/2026

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Mileage: 173,138 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2008
Engine: 2402cc

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AR05 BAK Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 14/07/2026
173,138 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
18 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Poor

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

! Older vehicle

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AR05 BAK Mileage History

13/12/2022167,426 mi
12/12/2023167,507 mi+81 mi
14/04/2025167,692 mi+185 mi
16/04/2025167,707 mi+15 mi
14/07/2026173,138 mi+5,431 mi

Average of roughly 1,594 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

AR05 BAK MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 10 Sept 2026, 07:37

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Ford Transit (AR05 BAK) between December 2022 and July 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 14 July 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit manufacturer - 1.56 test reading - 2.38 (8.2.2.2 (a))”; “Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner whee”; “Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength out”.

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