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EK61 UHC

2012 Ford Transit Connect

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

150,672 mi
Last recorded150,672 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Transit Connect87,423 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK61 UHC
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 150,672 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2024 147,771 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 139,922 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2022 135,535 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 124,628 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 113,389 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 107,402 miles

N/S Rear light unit cracked/damaged.

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

Fail 5 Jan 2019 107,401 miles

Fuel hose leaking Possible injector return pipe/seal. (6.1.3 (b) (i))

N/S Rear light unit cracked/damaged.

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

Pass 6 Jan 2018 106,775 miles

Nearside Rear light unit slightly damaged

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Jan 2017 104,245 miles

Nearside Rear Light lens damaged.

Oil leak from engine/gearbox area.

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 8 Jan 2016 100,810 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 99,234 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Oil leak

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

Fail 12 Jan 2015 99,234 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Oil leak

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

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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EK61 UHC is a 2012 Ford Transit Connect in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 EK61 UHC, 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 EK61 UHC?

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What year was EK61 UHC registered?

EK61 UHC is a 2012 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 16 January 2012.

Is EK61 UHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK61 UHC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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