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BG58 FHW

2008 Ford Transit Connect

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

224,717 mi
Last recorded224,717 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Transit Connect101,348 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG58 FHW
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2018 224,717 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 208,001 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2015 173,540 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2015 173,540 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 4 Dec 2014 161,405 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 161,405 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 150,000 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2013 150,000 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak

Front bumper insecure

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Gearbox mounting defective

Nail in front tyre

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nail in rear tyre

Oil leak

Rear bumper insecure

Spare tyre defective

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Nov 2012 141,266 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside 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)

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

underside of vehicle in dirty condition just ok for this mot.

Fail 14 Oct 2011 104,982 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 104,982 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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 FHW is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 BG58 FHW, 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 BG58 FHW registered?

BG58 FHW is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 11 November 2008.

Is BG58 FHW safe to buy?

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