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AV58 BZJ

2008 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

179,637 mi
Last recorded179,637 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Transit Connect101,348 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV58 BZJ
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2018 179,637 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2017 173,196 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 160,990 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 160,990 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 151,521 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 147,249 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 129,291 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 129,291 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 95,034 miles

2x intercooler hoses oil leak

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 12 Sep 2011 95,034 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

2x intercooler hoses oil leak

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front pads 90% worn

os reverse bulb inop

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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AV58 BZJ is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 AV58 BZJ, 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.

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What year was AV58 BZJ registered?

AV58 BZJ is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 10 September 2008.

Is AV58 BZJ safe to buy?

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