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AV56 URW

2006 Ford Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

97,718 mi
Last recorded97,718 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Connect96,623 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 URW
MakeFord
ModelConnect
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 97,718 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2025 97,718 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 97,473 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill holed corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill holed corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 96,717 miles

Nearside Rear tyre nail in tread , bald outer edge and perished/cracked treads

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2023 96,717 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear tyre nail in tread , bald outer edge and perished/cracked treads

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 96,430 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 95,539 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords small cut in outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2021 95,539 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords small cut in outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2020
Fail 10 Aug 2020

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 92,533 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2019 92,323 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 2 Aug 2018 88,429 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2018 88,429 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2017 76,420 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2017 76,420 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Jan 2016 65,222 miles

Front Tyres wearing on inner edge

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 55,911 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 53,313 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Feb 2013 51,694 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 51,694 miles

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

Fail 23 Feb 2012 46,603 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 46,603 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 36,801 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 31,636 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 31,097 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Ford Connect?

Based on 7,482 MOT tests across 431 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
7,366
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
431
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 296
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 274
Brake pipe excessively corroded 175
Stop lamp not working 166
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 154
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AV56 URW is a 2006 Ford Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

Across all 2006 Ford Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 96,623 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 Connect fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 296 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV56 URW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Connect typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 20 years old, this Ford Connect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV56 URW registered?

AV56 URW is a 2006 Ford Connect, first registered on 13 December 2006.

Is AV56 URW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV56 URW shows 26 tests with a 65.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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