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YH08 DME

2008 Ford Transit Connect

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

169,502 mi
Last recorded169,502 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Transit Connect101,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH08 DME
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 169,502 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 165,654 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 152,572 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 152,572 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 May 2015 146,663 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 140,203 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2014 140,203 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 22 Feb 2013 120,271 miles

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

Fail 22 Feb 2013 120,271 miles

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

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

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)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 93,341 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 57,275 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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YH08 DME is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YH08 DME, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YH08 DME registered?

YH08 DME is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 7 March 2008.

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The MOT history for YH08 DME shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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