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
- SILVER
- Engine
- 1997 cc
- Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
- Untaxed
- MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
- Not valid
- MOT due
- was due 18 May 2018
- Last recorded mileage
- 33,541 mi
AI verdict CAUTION 69/100
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 8 MOT tests on record with a 88% pass rate and 33,541 miles. The recent MOT expiry and untaxed status require immediate verification.
The vehicle shows consistent low annual usage, averaging 10,914 miles/year, with a notable drop to 1,703 miles between April 2016 and May 2017.
Things to check
- Major failure for Nearside Front Shock absorber serious fluid leak (Apr 2016) — a significant structural concern.
- Engine overheating and timing chain issues are persistent owner-reported faults for this model.
- Vehicle is currently Untaxed and has a Not Valid MOT status, requiring immediate verification.
Working in its favour
- Consistent, low annual mileage (10,914 mi/yr) indicates light use and potential longevity.
- No dangerous defects recorded on the MOT history, showing a generally safe record.
- The single major failure (shock absorber) was immediately rectified and passed retest.
- No recurring major failures across critical systems like brakes or steering.
Mileage history
MOT test history — 7/8 passed
| Date | Result | Mileage | Defects & advisories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2011 | PASS | 33,541 mi | None recorded |
| Apr 2012 | PASS | 49,026 mi |
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
|
| Apr 2013 | PASS | 63,989 mi |
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
|
| Apr 2014 | PASS | 79,466 mi | None recorded |
| Mar 2015 | PASS | 93,708 mi |
ADVISORY Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
|
| Apr 2016 | FAIL | 100,745 mi |
FAIL Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
|
| Apr 2016 | PASS | 100,745 mi | None recorded |
| May 2017 | PASS | 102,448 mi | None recorded |
About this page
This page shows public vehicle data for registration BK08 XNA, 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.