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A3 SPY

2008 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,571 mi
Last recorded116,571 miles
Recorded on28 May 2015
Typical for 2008 Ford Transit105,466 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 SPY
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2015 116,571 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 98,371 miles

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

n/s front tyre wearing on edges

Pass 17 Apr 2013 80,004 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 70,081 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 57,632 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 57 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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A3 SPY is a 2008 Ford Transit in White with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A3 SPY, 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 A3 SPY registered?

A3 SPY is a 2008 Ford Transit, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is A3 SPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 SPY shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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