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AK58 AXR

2008 Ford Transit Connect

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

167,774 mi
Last recorded167,774 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Transit Connect101,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK58 AXR
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2024 167,774 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 155,987 miles

Both side inner sills corroded but not structural

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 150,071 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 144,948 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre has slight wear on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre has wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

stone chip on screen but not affecting drivers view

Pass 20 Jan 2020 141,706 miles

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

slight exhaust blow from rear joint

Pass 23 Jan 2019 133,604 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 121,369 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2018 121,369 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 104,582 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 90,082 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 21 Jan 2015 73,910 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 73,910 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jan 2014 56,368 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 36,899 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 34,393 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front brakes bind slightly

Pass 3 Aug 2011 23,952 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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AK58 AXR is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 101,348 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 AK58 AXR, 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 18 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK58 AXR registered?

AK58 AXR is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is AK58 AXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK58 AXR shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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