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A8 ATH

2004 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

41,609 mi
Last recorded41,609 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit Connect102,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 ATH
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 41,609 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 40,173 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 Jul 2023 38,635 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 36,610 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 34,352 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 31,773 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 30,571 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 28,234 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 26,553 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 24,578 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

osr tyre cracking

Pass 30 May 2014 23,439 miles

nearside front tyre low cracked/perished

offside rear tyre BADLY cracked

Fail 29 May 2014 23,439 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside front tyre low cracked/perished

offside rear tyre BADLY cracked

Fail 23 May 2013 21,990 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 May 2013 21,990 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 20,707 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 18,909 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 17,960 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 16,923 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 15,950 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2008 15,917 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Ford Transit Connect?

Based on 3,622,068 MOT tests across 283,952 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
7,948
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
283,952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 121,813
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 105,772
Stop lamp not working 69,148
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 67,188
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,256
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A8 ATH is a 2004 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2004 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 102,366 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit Connect fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 121,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A8 ATH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit Connect typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 22 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A8 ATH registered?

A8 ATH is a 2004 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 19 October 2004.

Is A8 ATH safe to buy?

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