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BK08 XLA

2008 Ford Transit Connect

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

79,452 mi
Last recorded79,452 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Transit Connect101,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 XLA
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2017 79,452 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases next to front mounting (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 70,135 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 58,792 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 48,346 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 48,346 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 46,485 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 45,194 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2013 45,194 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 13 Jan 2012 38,008 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 38,008 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 32,999 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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BK08 XLA is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect in Blue 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 BK08 XLA, 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 BK08 XLA registered?

BK08 XLA is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is BK08 XLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 XLA 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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