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AL03 DWJ

2018 Ford Transit Connect

Black Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

134,823 mi
Last recorded134,823 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Transit Connect65,149 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAL03 DWJ
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 134,823 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2025 105,832 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 97,163 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH,205/60/16 92V (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2024 96,974 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid BOTH (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/60/16 92V (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH,205/60/16 92V (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 74,408 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm and wearing/worn on inner edge,205/60/16 92V (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Oct 2023 74,408 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm and wearing/worn on inner edge,205/60/16 92V (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 53,225 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2022 53,225 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2021 29,993 miles

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

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

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

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

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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AL03 DWJ is a 2018 Ford Transit Connect in Black with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2018 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 65,149 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 AL03 DWJ, 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 8 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AL03 DWJ registered?

AL03 DWJ is a 2018 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 12 October 2018.

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