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AE17 MVZ

2017 Ford Transit Connect

Silver Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

163,649 mi
Last recorded163,649 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 Ford Transit Connect71,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE17 MVZ
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 163,649 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 145,128 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 6 Jan 2025 145,128 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2024 128,077 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 122,539 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 109,251 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 102,184 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 93,219 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 93,104 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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AE17 MVZ is a 2017 Ford Transit Connect in Silver with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2017 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 71,542 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 AE17 MVZ, 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 9 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AE17 MVZ registered?

AE17 MVZ is a 2017 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 3 March 2017.

Is AE17 MVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE17 MVZ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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