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BJ57 VHV

2007 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

140,374 mi
Last recorded140,374 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2023
Typical for 2007 Ford Transit Connect104,330 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ57 VHV
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2023 140,374 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Abs wiring loom slightly adrift

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Measured 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Passenger side (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 128,920 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm tread and showing age related cracking DOT marked 37/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine area lower slight dampness (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level not working (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view outside of zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

engine oil level low checked for emission test purposes

nearside and offside headlamp lenses deteriorated

nearside and offside wiper blades slightly deteriorated (showing small splits) but clearing the screen

slight free play detected in steering rack inner arm ball joints

Fail 17 Nov 2022 128,920 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions not tested due to exhaust defect listed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/65R15 Extra Load 95H (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm tread and showing age related cracking DOT marked 37/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine area lower slight dampness (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level not working (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view outside of zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

engine oil level low checked for emission test purposes

nearside and offside headlamp lenses deteriorated

nearside and offside wiper blades slightly deteriorated (showing small splits) but clearing the screen

slight free play detected in steering rack inner arm ball joints

Pass 21 Oct 2021 119,868 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2020 110,717 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 14 Nov 2020 110,716 miles

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

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 101,489 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 99,816 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 95,913 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 85,232 miles

Oil leak ()

Spare tyre defective ()

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (3.7.B.3)

Fail 7 Oct 2016 84,450 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Spare tyre defective ()

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (3.7.B.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 81,279 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2014 75,022 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 67,982 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 62,123 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 62,123 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 55,918 miles

front discs corroding

oil leak

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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BJ57 VHV is a 2007 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2007 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 104,330 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 BJ57 VHV, 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 19 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BJ57 VHV is a 2007 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 26 November 2007.

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