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2008 FORD TRANSIT2.4L Diesel

DK08 ABU

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Free vehicle summary for DK08 ABU: 2008 FORD TRANSIT (White, Diesel). Mileage: 48,534. MOT: not recorded. Tax: taxed.

MOT
Expired
Expires 14/06/2026
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/08/2026
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Fuel
Diesel
Year
2008
Engine
2402cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent inspection on 16 June 2025 with 48,534 miles and no recorded defects. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the vehicle consistently achieves clean results following immediate rectifications of failures. The lack of advisories in the two most recent passes suggests that the previous owners were proactive in addressing mechanical issues before they escalated into persistent failure standards. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an 18-year-old Transit, averaging approximately 2,700 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between October 2023 and June 2025, where the vehicle covered only 7,206 miles over nearly twenty months. Conversely, the period between November 2022 and October 2023 saw a higher density of 2,562 miles. While low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, such infrequent use often leads to degradation of rubber-based components and fluid breakdown during long periods of standing. A buyer must focus physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and floor pans, as low-mileage commercial vehicles are prone to corrosion if left stationary in damp. Given the low usage, inspect the suspension bushes and shock absorbers for cracking or perished rubber caused by age rather than mechanical stress. The braking system should be checked for seized calipers or seized pistons, as infrequent use can cause brake discs to rust and components to bind despite the low mileage reading.

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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 19 Jul 2026, 01:00
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent inspection on 16 June 2025 with 48,534 miles and no recorded defects. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the vehicle consistently achieves clean results following immediate rectifications of failures. The lack of advisories in the two most recent passes suggests that the previous owners were proactive in addressing mechanical issues before they escalated into persistent failure standards. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an 18-year-old Transit, averaging approximately 2,700 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between October 2023 and June 2025, where the vehicle covered only 7,206 miles over nearly twenty months. Conversely, the period between November 2022 and October 2023 saw a higher density of 2,562 miles. While low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, such infrequent use often leads to degradation of rubber-based components and fluid breakdown during long periods of standing. A buyer must focus physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and floor pans, as low-mileage commercial vehicles are prone to corrosion if left stationary in damp. Given the low usage, inspect the suspension bushes and shock absorbers for cracking or perished rubber caused by age rather than mechanical stress. The braking system should be checked for seized calipers or seized pistons, as infrequent use can cause brake discs to rust and components to bind despite the low mileage reading.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this Ford Transit (DK08 ABU) from 2008 show a total of 5 MOT tests between November 2022 and June 2025.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 60% of its MOT tests, totaling 3 passes against 2 fails. While not perfect, the history shows a relatively typical pattern of MOT passes and fails.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 20 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 5 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Nearside Outline marker lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps Middle (4.2.2 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”.

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