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AE16 VGJ

2016 Ford Transit Connect

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

46,552 mi
Last recorded46,552 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2025
Typical for 2016 Ford Transit Connect78,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE16 VGJ
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2025 46,552 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 41,517 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Feb 2024 41,517 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 37,000 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2023 37,000 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Mar 2022 33,289 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 31,632 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 30,857 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 27,932 miles

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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AE16 VGJ is a 2016 Ford Transit Connect in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 78,970 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AE16 VGJ, 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 10 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE16 VGJ?

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What year was AE16 VGJ registered?

AE16 VGJ is a 2016 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 7 March 2016.

Is AE16 VGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE16 VGJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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