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YK08 JKV

2008 Ford Transit Connect

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

134,385 mi
Last recorded134,385 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Transit Connect101,348 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 JKV
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2019 134,385 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 126,157 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2017 118,056 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 108,261 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 97,985 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 93,909 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 93,909 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2014 84,306 miles

Both rear leaf springs slightly corroded.

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge.

Fail 24 Feb 2014 84,094 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Both rear leaf springs slightly corroded.

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 28 Feb 2013 62,532 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 62,532 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Coolant level on minimum mark.

Oil leak

Pass 27 Feb 2012 42,910 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 27,147 miles

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

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

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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YK08 JKV is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YK08 JKV, 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 YK08 JKV registered?

YK08 JKV is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is YK08 JKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK08 JKV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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