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HK08 XPG

2008 Ford Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

174,513 mi
Last recorded174,513 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Connect95,992 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 XPG
MakeFord
ModelConnect
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2016 174,513 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 161,799 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front bumper damaged

Fail 4 Aug 2015 161,799 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front bumper damaged

Pass 4 Aug 2014 145,877 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front bumper insecure

rear bumper insecure

windscreen slightly damaged

Pass 5 Apr 2013 130,424 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 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 5 Apr 2013 130,424 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 115,547 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 115,547 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 16 Aug 2011 92,828 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Slight seepage from o/s lower arm ball joint boot

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

noise from drive shaft bearing

Pass 16 Aug 2011 92,828 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Slight seepage from o/s lower arm ball joint boot

noise from drive shaft bearing

How Reliable is the Ford Connect?

Based on 7,482 MOT tests across 431 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
7,366
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
431
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 296
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 274
Brake pipe excessively corroded 175
Stop lamp not working 166
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 154
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HK08 XPG is a 2008 Ford Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2008 Ford Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 95,992 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 Connect fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 296 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HK08 XPG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Connect typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Ford Connect is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HK08 XPG registered?

HK08 XPG is a 2008 Ford Connect, first registered on 15 August 2008.

Is HK08 XPG safe to buy?

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