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YJ59 LAO

2009 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

173,466 mi
Last recorded173,466 miles
Recorded on6 May 2022
Typical for 2009 Ford Transit Connect94,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ59 LAO
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2022 173,466 miles

Both rear leaf springs corroded

Fail 4 May 2022 173,456 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced chassis rail near bump stop (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced entire outer sill separated from inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Both rear leaf springs corroded

Pass 1 Jun 2021 171,063 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 17 Dec 2020 171,040 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2019 168,506 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 165,645 miles

surface rust n/s o/s outer sills

Pass 26 Sep 2017 158,945 miles

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed middle (5.2.2b)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded centre (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed middle (5.2.2b)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 152,143 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

n/s o/s sills surface corrosion

Pass 7 Sep 2015 140,195 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 7 Sep 2015 140,195 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 122,543 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

brake pedal antislip slightly worn

Pass 24 Sep 2013 101,447 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 80,998 miles

horn becoming harsh

nearside headlamp slight misting

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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YJ59 LAO is a 2009 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2009 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 94,095 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 YJ59 LAO, 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 17 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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YJ59 LAO is a 2009 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 1 October 2009.

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