Ford Tourneo Connect Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ford Tourneo Connect reliable? We analysed 113,872 real MOT tests across 15,797 vehicles to find out.
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The Ford Tourneo Connect is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ford Tourneo Connect.
Ford Tourneo Connect Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ford Tourneo Connect. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ford Tourneo Connect MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ford Tourneo Connect to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ford Tourneo Connect Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ford Tourneo Connect fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ford Tourneo Connect Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Ford Tourneo Connect models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Ford Tourneo Connect Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ford Tourneo Connect owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ford Tourneo Connect MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ford Tourneo Connect year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1,942 | 83.0% | 12,376 | 20,108 | 31,412 |
| 2021 | 5,005 | 84.1% | 14,963 | 25,396 | 38,053 |
| 2020 | 8,771 | 83.0% | 15,715 | 26,301 | 41,059 |
| 2019 | 10,377 | 82.6% | 17,088 | 29,280 | 45,961 |
| 2018 | 7,558 | 84.1% | 19,670 | 34,289 | 56,860 |
| 2017 | 15,315 | 85.0% | 25,084 | 41,692 | 65,682 |
| 2016 | 21,396 | 83.9% | 29,788 | 48,920 | 74,803 |
| 2015 | 18,953 | 81.4% | 34,154 | 56,286 | 85,204 |
| 2014 | 8,414 | 80.6% | 38,725 | 61,786 | 90,855 |
| 2013 | 124 | 84.7% | 24,836 | 44,982 | 95,753 |
| 2012 | 83 | 78.3% | 21,658 | 43,368 | 121,598 |
| 2011 | 250 | 73.2% | 35,464 | 64,314 | 93,546 |
| 2010 | 815 | 70.1% | 56,983 | 107,764 | 159,937 |
| 2009 | 506 | 74.9% | 50,407 | 87,996 | 140,771 |
| 2008 | 698 | 70.3% | 67,704 | 108,001 | 167,240 |
| 2007 | 1,111 | 67.1% | 75,090 | 114,691 | 160,568 |
| 2006 | 1,460 | 67.8% | 70,776 | 113,824 | 171,340 |
| 2005 | 3,690 | 68.0% | 67,438 | 109,933 | 154,442 |
| 2004 | 3,281 | 69.7% | 58,706 | 97,908 | 146,711 |
| 2003 | 3,090 | 67.5% | 66,316 | 98,898 | 140,422 |
How Long Does a Ford Tourneo Connect Last?
Based on 15,797 Ford Tourneo Connect vehicles on UK roads.
Ford Tourneo Connect Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ford Tourneo Connect MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Ford Tourneo Connect
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
85.0% MOT pass rate from 15,315 tests
67.1% MOT pass rate from 1,111 tests
The best year to buy a used Ford Tourneo Connect is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.0% across 15,315 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 67.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ford Tourneo Connect Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Tourneo Connect THIS CAR | 81.2% | 113,872 | 45,882 mi | 23 yrs |
| Ford Fiesta | 72.8% | 33,753,820 | 57,529 mi | 34 yrs |
| Ford Focus | 73.8% | 28,316,889 | 72,500 mi | 27 yrs |
| Ford Transit | 68.7% | 16,371,688 | 100,614 mi | 37 yrs |
| Fiat Punto Evo | 72.3% | 67,338 | 57,709 mi | 16 yrs |
Compared to the Ford Fiesta (72.8% pass rate) and the Ford Focus (73.8% pass rate), the Ford Tourneo Connect outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Ford Tourneo Connect has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.2% across 113,872 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is registration plate lamp not working with 558 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Ford Tourneo Connect with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Ford Tourneo Connect owner drives around 7,161 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Ford Tourneo Connect models stay on UK roads for around 23 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.