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JL12 MKL

2015 Ford Transit Connect

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

169,677 mi
Last recorded169,677 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2015 Ford Transit Connect82,537 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJL12 MKL
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2015
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 169,677 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 156,838 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2023 141,413 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low inside tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 22 Sep 2023 141,413 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low inside tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2022 127,551 miles

n/s/f and n/s/r tyres worn low

Pass 21 Sep 2021 116,982 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2020 109,834 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2020 109,834 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2019 100,754 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 94,999 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2018 94,999 miles

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

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

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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JL12 MKL is a 2015 Ford Transit Connect in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2015 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 82,537 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 JL12 MKL, 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 11 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JL12 MKL registered?

JL12 MKL is a 2015 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 4 September 2015.

Is JL12 MKL safe to buy?

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