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Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB reliable? We analysed 912 real MOT tests across 264 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 912 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
67.4%
Typical Mileage
142,320mi
Annual Mileage
5,680mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, brake pipe excessively corroded and registration plate lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB.

Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5
Brake pipe excessively corroded 4
Registration plate lamp not working 3
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2
position lamp(s) not working 1
Registration plate lamp not working 1
Stop lamp not working 1
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm 1
Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' 1

Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,213 mi/yr
Typical
5,680 mi/yr
Average
7,258 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,955 mi/yr

Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
142,320 mi
75th Percentile
167,201 mi
95th Percentile
212,906 mi
Max Recorded
329,448 mi

How Does the Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB THIS CAR 67.4% 912 142,320 mi — 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
Hyundai IX20 SE Auto 96.1% 709 27,564 mi — yrs

Compared to the Ford Fiesta (72.8% pass rate) and the Ford Focus (73.8% pass rate), the Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB?

The Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB has an overall MOT pass rate of 67.4% across 912 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (4), and registration plate lamp not working (3). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

A typical Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB owner drives around 5,680 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.

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.

Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB reliable?
Based on 912 MOT tests, the Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB has a 67.4% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB?
The most common MOT failures are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, brake pipe excessively corroded, and registration plate lamp not working. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB do per year?
The typical Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB does around 5,680 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.