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BL08 HLO

2008 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

194,823 mi
Last recorded194,823 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Transit Connect101,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL08 HLO
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 194,823 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under body/both sills and suspension components corroded

Pass 22 Apr 2025 186,452 miles

Central Rear central stop light not working

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2025 184,794 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust system insecure rear (6.1.2 (a))

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced ns front to rear outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced ns inner centre and front sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced osr outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively front innner (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ns and os rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 182,009 miles

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

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner brake pads getting low. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2023 177,817 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Pulls to the left (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Pulls to the left (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 172,733 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 165,235 miles

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

Inner outer sills corroded

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

Fail 19 Aug 2020 165,235 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Inner outer sills corroded

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 156,493 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both front tyres are bold on the inner edge

Pass 14 Aug 2018 144,566 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm left and getting low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm left and getting low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 126,422 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer and deteriorating (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 124,925 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2016 124,925 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 118,641 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 113,293 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 103,235 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 103,235 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 96,701 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 96,701 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 71,845 miles

offside front tyre on 2-3mm

offside rear number plate light slightly dim

oil leak at engine bay

slight play in both fronjt inner wheels to steering rack

Fail 27 Jun 2011 71,845 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

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

offside front tyre on 2-3mm

offside rear number plate light slightly dim

oil leak at engine bay

slight play in both fronjt inner wheels to steering rack

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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BL08 HLO is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BL08 HLO, 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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BL08 HLO is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 16 July 2008.

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