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BN12 XSM

2012 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

157,573 mi
Last recorded157,573 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Transit Connect87,423 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 XSM
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 157,573 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2026 157,432 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2025 141,567 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 138,541 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2022 138,373 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 129,343 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 129,316 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2021 129,292 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2021 129,248 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 117,258 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 93,790 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 93,656 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 73,171 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 63,876 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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BN12 XSM is a 2012 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2012 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 87,423 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BN12 XSM, 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 14 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN12 XSM?

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What year was BN12 XSM registered?

BN12 XSM is a 2012 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 1 May 2012.

Is BN12 XSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN12 XSM shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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