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Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu reliable? We analysed 774 real MOT tests across 606 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 774 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
80.6%
Typical Mileage
47,194mi
Annual Mileage
mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu.

Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

83%
2023
79%
2022

Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 21
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4

Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 336 83.0% 28,794 42,378 61,746
2022 415 79.0% 37,402 52,154 67,696

How Long Does a Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu Last?

Based on 606 Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.2 years
Median
2.0 years

Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
47,194 mi
75th Percentile
65,169 mi
95th Percentile
87,889 mi
Max Recorded
169,882 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2023

83.0% MOT pass rate from 336 tests

Year to avoid
2022

79.0% MOT pass rate from 415 tests

The best year to buy a used Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 83.0% across 336 tests. The 2022 model year has the lowest pass rate at 79.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu THIS CAR 80.6% 774 47,194 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
Renault Trafic SL30 B-ness+ Energy DCI 79.5% 1,201 61,223 mi — yrs

Compared to the Ford Fiesta (72.8% pass rate) and the Ford Focus (73.8% pass rate), the Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu?

The Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.6% across 774 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

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 Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu reliable?
Based on 774 MOT tests, the Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu has a 80.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu do per year?
Mileage data is not yet available for this model.
How long does a Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu?
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.
What is the best year to buy a Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ford Transit Connect 220 Trend Eblu is 2023 with a 83.0% pass rate across 336 tests.