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BD08 XEX

2008 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

90,009 mi
Last recorded90,009 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2014
Typical for 2008 Ford Transit Connect101,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 XEX
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2014 90,009 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

advise front pads getting worn

advise o/s/f tyre on the tread wear markers on the centre 3/4

advise oil leak

strong advise diesel tank filler pipe (perished and probably leaking when tank full)

Fail 8 Sep 2014 89,980 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

advise front pads getting worn

advise o/s/f tyre on the tread wear markers on the centre 3/4

advise oil leak

strong advise diesel tank filler pipe (perished and probably leaking when tank full)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 79,592 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 71,687 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 71,687 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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BD08 XEX is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 BD08 XEX, 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 BD08 XEX registered?

BD08 XEX is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is BD08 XEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 XEX shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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