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R500 DJL

2023 Ford Transit Connect

Grey Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,702 mi
Last recorded62,702 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2023 Ford Transit Connect43,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR500 DJL
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2023
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 62,702 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2025 113,322 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2024 107,056 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 99,598 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2023 99,591 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Jun 2022 92,369 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 84,649 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2020 78,743 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front tyre starting to wear on outside edge

Offside Rear tyre age cracking

Fail 12 Jun 2020 78,743 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front tyre starting to wear on outside edge

Offside Rear tyre age cracking

Pass 12 Jun 2019 73,806 miles

Nearside Rear tyre age cracking

Pass 7 Jun 2018 67,447 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 61,472 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2017 61,472 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 50,168 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 38,929 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
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R500 DJL is a 2023 Ford Transit Connect in Grey with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2023 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 43,116 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 R500 DJL, 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 3 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R500 DJL?

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What year was R500 DJL registered?

R500 DJL is a 2023 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 31 August 2023.

Is R500 DJL safe to buy?

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