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

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Is the Ford Transit Connect 240LEADER Eblu reliable? We analysed 1,379 real MOT tests across 1,125 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,379 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
82.9%
Typical Mileage
41,315mi
Annual Mileage
mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ford Transit Connect 240LEADER 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 240LEADER Eblu.

Ford Transit Connect 240LEADER Eblu Number Plates

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

Ford Transit Connect 240LEADER Eblu MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

87.4%
2023
81%
2022

Ford Transit Connect 240LEADER Eblu Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Ford Transit Connect 240LEADER Eblu models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 49
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8

Ford Transit Connect 240LEADER Eblu MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ford Transit Connect 240LEADER Eblu year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 419 87.4% 28,728 38,749 53,698
2022 947 81.0% 30,081 43,180 55,917

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

Based on 1,125 Ford Transit Connect 240LEADER Eblu vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.1 years
Median
2.0 years

Ford Transit Connect 240LEADER Eblu Mileage Distribution

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

Median
41,315 mi
75th Percentile
55,445 mi
95th Percentile
81,196 mi
Max Recorded
139,943 mi

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

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

Best year
2023

87.4% MOT pass rate from 419 tests

Year to avoid
2022

81.0% MOT pass rate from 947 tests

The best year to buy a used Ford Transit Connect 240LEADER Eblu is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.4% across 419 tests. The 2022 model year has the lowest pass rate at 81.0% — 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 240LEADER 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 240LEADER Eblu THIS CAR 82.9% 1,379 41,315 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
Proton Persona Compact Gli 64.6% 1,110 71,212 mi 31 yrs

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

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

The Ford Transit Connect 240LEADER Eblu has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.9% across 1,379 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 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 Transit Connect 240LEADER 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 240LEADER Eblu — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Transit Connect 240LEADER Eblu reliable?
Based on 1,379 MOT tests, the Ford Transit Connect 240LEADER Eblu has a 82.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ford Transit Connect 240LEADER Eblu?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford Transit Connect 240LEADER Eblu do per year?
Mileage data is not yet available for this model.
How long does a Ford Transit Connect 240LEADER Eblu last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Transit Connect 240LEADER 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 240LEADER Eblu?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ford Transit Connect 240LEADER Eblu is 2023 with a 87.4% pass rate across 419 tests.