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AN08 UMK

2008 Ford Transit Connect

Purple Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

159,922 mi
Last recorded159,922 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Transit Connect101,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAN08 UMK
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2023 159,922 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both nearside and offside ()

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing signs of perishing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge showing signs of wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 157,283 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Feb 2022 157,190 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box holed (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp incorrect colour both (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2016 150,091 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2015 138,699 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)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 129,339 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 122,521 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 69,038 miles

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

both front tyres close inner edges, centre stop light in opp

Pass 3 Jun 2011 45,721 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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AN08 UMK is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect in Purple with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AN08 UMK, 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 AN08 UMK registered?

AN08 UMK is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is AN08 UMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AN08 UMK 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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