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BG58 EXP

2008 Ford Transit Connect

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

150,147 mi
Last recorded150,147 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Transit Connect101,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG58 EXP
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2018 150,147 miles

Grease around n/s/f outer cv gaiter but no leak or split found.

Fail 31 Aug 2018 150,147 miles

Grease around n/s/f outer cv gaiter but no leak or split found.

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 142,850 miles

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

corrosion underside vehicle

Fail 6 Oct 2017 142,847 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right bulb fitted incorrectly (1.8)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

corrosion underside vehicle

Pass 10 Oct 2016 118,155 miles

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 96,219 miles

rear tyres perished

Pass 8 Oct 2014 83,299 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2014 83,296 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2013 75,319 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 69,587 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2011 60,278 miles

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

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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BG58 EXP is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BG58 EXP, 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

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What year was BG58 EXP registered?

BG58 EXP is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 21 November 2008.

Is BG58 EXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG58 EXP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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