AG08 USC

2008 FORD — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
FORD
Year
2008
Fuel
DIESEL
Colour
BLACK
Engine
1399 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Untaxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 19 January 2024
Last recorded mileage
32,873 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 53/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2008 Ford has 17 MOT tests on record with a 71% pass rate and 32,873 miles. While it has a valid MOT, the vehicle's long-term reliability and maintenance are significant concerns.

The vehicle shows high annual usage, averaging 15,930 miles per year, with a notable 41-month gap in MOT history between 2013 and 2019.

Things to check

  • Major bodywork failures in Oct 2021 and Jan 2023, with related advisories, indicate significant structural wear.
  • Recurring brake advisories (5 instances) and a major failure in Jan 2023 suggest ongoing brake system issues.
  • The 2022 MOT gap is a significant concern, as it implies the vehicle was off-road or unrecorded for a period.
  • High mileage (32,873 mi over 18 years) for a 2008 vehicle will accelerate wear on all components.

Working in its favour

  • Vehicle has a valid MOT certificate, indicating it is currently roadworthy.
  • No recurring failures on critical safety systems like steering or suspension components.
  • Consistent annual mileage, despite being high for its age, shows regular use.
  • No recent MOT failures or advisories, suggesting current issues are being addressed.

Mileage history

Apr 2011: 32,873 mi PASSApr 2012: 58,984 mi FAILApr 2012: 59,022 mi PASSMar 2013: 87,118 mi PASSMar 2014: 108,068 mi PASSMar 2015: 132,153 mi PASSMar 2015: 132,153 mi FAILMar 2016: 158,738 mi PASSMar 2017: 178,044 mi PASSApr 2018: 195,623 mi FAILApr 2018: 195,704 mi PASSApr 2019: 198,783 mi PASSOct 2020: 214,080 mi PASSOct 2021: 225,437 mi FAILOct 2021: 225,559 mi PASSJan 2023: 239,951 mi FAILJan 2023: 239,964 mi PASS240k136k33kApr 2011Jan 2023

MOT test history — 12/17 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Apr 2011 PASS 32,873 mi None recorded
Apr 2012 FAIL 58,984 mi
FAIL Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
USER ENTERED exhaust tail pipe corroded
Apr 2012 PASS 59,022 mi
USER ENTERED exhaust tail pipe corroded
Mar 2013 PASS 87,118 mi None recorded
Mar 2014 PASS 108,068 mi
USER ENTERED High level brake light dim
Mar 2015 PASS 132,153 mi
ADVISORY Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Mar 2015 FAIL 132,153 mi
PRS Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
ADVISORY Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Mar 2016 PASS 158,738 mi
ADVISORY gearbox steady bar bush worn
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
ADVISORY Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
Mar 2017 PASS 178,044 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
Apr 2018 FAIL 195,623 mi
FAIL Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
ADVISORY Oil leak
ADVISORY ps fluid low
ADVISORY Front number plate slightly cracked
ADVISORY Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
ADVISORY Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (3.5.1i)
FAIL Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
FAIL Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
ADVISORY Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
ADVISORY Fuel Pipe/s corroded
ADVISORY Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
ADVISORY Nearside Front wheel slightly rough on rotation
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
FAIL rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
FAIL rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
FAIL Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
Apr 2018 PASS 195,704 mi
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
ADVISORY Front number plate damaged but not likely to be misread
Apr 2019 PASS 198,783 mi
ADVISORY Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
ADVISORY Fuel Pipe/s corroded
ADVISORY Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY underbody showing signs of corrosion
ADVISORY Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
ADVISORY Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
Oct 2020 PASS 214,080 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Fuel Pipe/s corroded
ADVISORY underside off vehicle heavily corroded
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
ADVISORY Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
ADVISORY Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oct 2021 FAIL 225,437 mi
MAJOR Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
MAJOR Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Oct 2021 PASS 225,559 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Jan 2023 FAIL 239,951 mi
MAJOR Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Jan 2023 PASS 239,964 mi None recorded

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration AG08 USC, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.