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Ford Transit Connect 240 Trend Eblu Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ford Transit Connect 240 Trend Eblu reliable? We analysed 612 real MOT tests across 485 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 612 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
85.1%
Typical Mileage
45,268mi
Annual Mileage
mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ford Transit Connect 240 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 240 Trend Eblu.

Ford Transit Connect 240 Trend Eblu Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Ford Transit Connect 240 Trend Eblu. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Ford Transit Connect 240 Trend Eblu MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Ford Transit Connect 240 Trend Eblu to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

84.9%
2023
85.6%
2022

Ford Transit Connect 240 Trend Eblu Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Ford Transit Connect 240 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 8
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4

Ford Transit Connect 240 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 240 Trend Eblu year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 271 84.9% 27,229 43,129 59,538
2022 327 85.6% 32,120 46,840 63,702

How Long Does a Ford Transit Connect 240 Trend Eblu Last?

Based on 485 Ford Transit Connect 240 Trend Eblu vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.1 years
Median
2.0 years

Ford Transit Connect 240 Trend Eblu Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ford Transit Connect 240 Trend Eblu MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
45,268 mi
75th Percentile
63,030 mi
95th Percentile
88,013 mi
Max Recorded
130,572 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ford Transit Connect 240 Trend Eblu

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

Best year
2022

85.6% MOT pass rate from 327 tests

Year to avoid
2023

84.9% MOT pass rate from 271 tests

The best year to buy a used Ford Transit Connect 240 Trend Eblu is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.6% across 327 tests. The 2023 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.9% — 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 240 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 240 Trend Eblu THIS CAR 85.1% 612 45,268 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
Moto Guzzi Stelvio 90.3% 1,163 16,836 mi 18 yrs

Compared to the Ford Fiesta (72.8% pass rate) and the Ford Focus (73.8% pass rate), the Ford Transit Connect 240 Trend Eblu outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ford Transit Connect 240 Trend Eblu?

The Ford Transit Connect 240 Trend Eblu has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.1% across 612 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 240 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 240 Trend Eblu — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Transit Connect 240 Trend Eblu reliable?
Based on 612 MOT tests, the Ford Transit Connect 240 Trend Eblu has a 85.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ford Transit Connect 240 Trend Eblu?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford Transit Connect 240 Trend Eblu do per year?
Mileage data is not yet available for this model.
How long does a Ford Transit Connect 240 Trend Eblu last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Transit Connect 240 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 240 Trend Eblu?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ford Transit Connect 240 Trend Eblu is 2022 with a 85.6% pass rate across 327 tests.