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BD18 MGX

2018 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

128,088 mi
Last recorded128,088 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Transit Connect65,149 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD18 MGX
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 128,088 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2026 128,086 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn out on inside (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn out on inside (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inside (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 2 Apr 2025 117,887 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2025 117,887 miles

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 109,482 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 97,954 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view central (3.2 (a) (i))

wiper blades smearing

Fail 7 Feb 2023 97,954 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view central (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid bottle empty (3.5 (a))

wiper blades smearing

Pass 10 Mar 2022 83,424 miles

Near side rear number plate bulb casing misssing

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

Pass 26 Mar 2021 72,063 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

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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BD18 MGX is a 2018 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2018 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 65,149 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 BD18 MGX, 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 8 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BD18 MGX registered?

BD18 MGX is a 2018 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 27 April 2018.

Is BD18 MGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD18 MGX shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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