CarVerify

Free Car Check

EJ12 UOY

2012 Ford Transit Connect

Silver Diesel 1753cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

179,605 mi
Last recorded179,605 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 Ford Transit Connect87,423 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ12 UOY
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2024 179,605 miles

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

Front Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Wiper arm damaged: Advise replacement

Offside Front Sun visor not fitted

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

Fail 20 Nov 2024 179,604 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both have no pattern (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction Sun visor (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Front Coolant leak ()

Fuel tank heat shield loose

Nearside Front Wiper arm damaged: Advise replacement

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 171,228 miles

Front Coolant leak Radiator ()

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

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

Nearside Front Wiper arm incorrectly fitted and damaged

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Spare tyre defective Under inflated ()

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 1 Sep 2023 171,222 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Coolant leak Radiator ()

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

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

Nearside Front Wiper arm incorrectly fitted and damaged

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Spare tyre defective Under inflated ()

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 31 Aug 2022 164,622 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 160,166 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Around front subframe area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear ends of both front to rear pipes. (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 25 Aug 2021 160,166 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Around front subframe area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear ends of both front to rear pipes. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 153,261 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2019 145,233 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2018 136,289 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2018 136,277 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 128,554 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 127,677 miles

oil leak

Pass 23 May 2016 99,602 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 99,602 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 May 2015 72,998 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
Full Ford Transit Connect reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

EJ12 UOY is a 2012 Ford Transit Connect in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 EJ12 UOY, 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 EJ12 UOY?

You can check the full history of EJ12 UOY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EJ12 UOY registered?

EJ12 UOY is a 2012 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 15 May 2012.

Is EJ12 UOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ12 UOY shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EJ12 UOY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on EJ12 UOY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.