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BB55 RAT

2017 Ford Transit Connect

Silver Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

108,730 mi
Last recorded108,730 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 Ford Transit Connect71,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBB55 RAT
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 108,730 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2024 98,514 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 79,111 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 62,211 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2022 62,146 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed all tyres worn on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Nov 2021 37,832 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 16,225 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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BB55 RAT is a 2017 Ford Transit Connect in Silver with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2017 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 71,542 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 BB55 RAT, 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 9 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BB55 RAT registered?

BB55 RAT is a 2017 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 28 September 2017.

Is BB55 RAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BB55 RAT shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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