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YG58 SOJ

2008 Ford Transit Connect

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2024
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

350,104 mi
Last recorded350,104 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Transit Connect101,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG58 SOJ
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2023 350,104 miles

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

plastic sill covers fitted

plastic undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Jan 2022 343,907 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

plastic sill covers

Pass 18 Jan 2021 336,100 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 334,718 miles

underside corrosion

Fail 5 Dec 2019 334,714 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength above leaf spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength above leaf spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))

underside corrosion

Pass 6 Dec 2018 319,244 miles

Coolant leak Radiator ()

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 27 Nov 2018 319,243 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Outer Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted Corner Bumper Trim Piece Missing (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Outer Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted Corner Bumper Trim Piece Missing (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak Radiator ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Delaminating (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2017 288,352 miles

engine management light staying on

oil leak on engine

Fail 17 Nov 2017 288,352 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

engine management light staying on

oil leak on engine

Fail 2 Nov 2017 288,351 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe flexy (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage bumper corner missing (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

Oil leak heavy oil leak on engine ()

engine management light staying on

Pass 2 Nov 2016 250,054 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 215,094 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 21 Dec 2015 215,086 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure arm damaged (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear no cover fitted (1.1.C.1f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Dec 2014 181,081 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 146,484 miles

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

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

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 27 Nov 2013 146,484 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Dec 2012 110,912 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2012 110,912 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 72,893 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2011 72,893 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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YG58 SOJ is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2008 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 101,348 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 YG58 SOJ, 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 18 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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YG58 SOJ is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 29 October 2008.

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