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BG59 XGW

2009 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

175,277 mi
Last recorded175,277 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2022
Typical for 2009 Ford Transit Connect94,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG59 XGW
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2022 175,277 miles

Nearside Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 24 May 2022 175,271 miles

Central Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 19 May 2021 155,742 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 137,478 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes by fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 21 May 2020 137,452 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible (5.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes by fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 May 2019 115,770 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2019 115,755 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 112,309 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2018 112,309 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Leaf spring missing and directional control affected (5.3.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Nov 2017 98,643 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 87,432 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 74,543 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 62,294 miles

rear exhaust silencer deteriorating (no leaks and secure)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 49,859 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 36,753 miles

n/s rear bumper capping missing

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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BG59 XGW is a 2009 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2009 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 94,095 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 BG59 XGW, 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 17 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BG59 XGW is a 2009 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 30 November 2009.

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