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BF08 SXU

2008 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

156,260 mi
Last recorded156,260 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Transit Connect101,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 SXU
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2020 156,260 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 141,503 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2019 141,503 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both sides (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 131,610 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 130,762 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 119,381 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 106,450 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 91,020 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 73,282 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 58,687 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 39,550 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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BF08 SXU is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BF08 SXU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BF08 SXU?

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What year was BF08 SXU registered?

BF08 SXU is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is BF08 SXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF08 SXU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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