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BJ56 PDV

2006 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

139,019 mi
Last recorded139,019 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Transit Connect99,727 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ56 PDV
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 139,019 miles

headlight lenses and beam images poor

various gaitors and dust boots perished

various oil seepage

Fail 14 Jan 2026 139,018 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp all 3 (4.3.3 (b))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength offside rear spring front mounting,outer sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

headlight lenses and beam images poor

slight bind at nearside rear wheel

various gaitors and dust boots perished

various oil seepage

Pass 5 Feb 2025 135,648 miles

brake and clutch pedal rubbers worn

offside headlight beam image poor

oil seepage

Pass 6 Mar 2024 133,732 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 119,516 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2023 119,516 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 109,342 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 101,915 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 96,929 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 93,289 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2019 93,289 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 88,865 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 85,907 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 82,585 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 79,745 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 77,361 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 73,852 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 73,852 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2012 65,393 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 65,393 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 58,187 miles

oil leak from engine

Pass 18 Sep 2009 52,694 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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BJ56 PDV is a 2006 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2006 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 99,727 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 BJ56 PDV, 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 20 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BJ56 PDV registered?

BJ56 PDV is a 2006 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 29 September 2006.

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