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AE08 DJU

2008 Alexander Dennis Unknown

Black Diesel 6700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

34,161 mi
Last recorded34,161 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Alexander Dennis Unknown97,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 DJU
MakeAlexander Dennis
ModelUnknown
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine6,700cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 34,161 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 32,572 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre over ten years old fitted to a rear axle of a bus (5.2.3 (m))

Fail 27 May 2025 32,572 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre over ten years old fitted to a rear axle of a bus (5.2.3 (m))

Speed limiter plate missing (7.10 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 29,699 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fitted to a bus or coach is close to ten years old 44/14 (5.2.3 (m))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged & tyre is close to 10 years old - 44/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Nail in tyre

offside rear outer tyre is close to 10 years old - 44/14

Pass 17 Mar 2023 28,529 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 20,603 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. nearside effort is lower (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

damage to nearside rear shock absorber - (after wheel arch)

Pass 11 Nov 2020 16,143 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 10,945 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 10,945 miles

Headlamp aim too low nearside & offside (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 9,915 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 9,882 miles

How Reliable is the Alexander Dennis Unknown?

Based on 1,796 MOT tests across 696 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
9,856
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
696
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Service brake: efficiency below requirements 5
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AE08 DJU is a 2008 Alexander Dennis Unknown in Black with a 6,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2008 Alexander Dennis Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 97,755 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 Alexander Dennis Unknown fails its MOT is service brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE08 DJU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alexander Dennis Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Alexander Dennis Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE08 DJU registered?

AE08 DJU is a 2008 Alexander Dennis Unknown, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is AE08 DJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 DJU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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