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MV08 WXU

2008 Ford Connect

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

159,053 mi
Last recorded159,053 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Connect95,992 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV08 WXU
MakeFord
ModelConnect
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2022 159,053 miles

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

Fail 10 Jan 2022 159,053 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2020 152,724 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 147,079 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 141,654 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 134,191 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 124,007 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 106,042 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 101,524 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 101,524 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2013 84,595 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 84,595 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 65,655 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 55,329 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 55,329 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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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MV08 WXU is a 2008 Ford Connect in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MV08 WXU, 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.

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What year was MV08 WXU registered?

MV08 WXU is a 2008 Ford Connect, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is MV08 WXU safe to buy?

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