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YK08 JTY

2008 Ford Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

131,150 mi
Last recorded131,150 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Connect95,992 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 JTY
MakeFord
ModelConnect
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 131,150 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe(s)/ Union slightly corroded

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Vehicle structure cross member has slight corrosion

Fail 14 Aug 2017 131,150 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe(s)/ Union slightly corroded

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Rear Vehicle structure cross member has slight corrosion

Pass 10 May 2016 122,507 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s and o/s (3.6.B.2c)

front steering arms have slight play.

Pass 5 May 2015 109,402 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Mar 2014 46,607 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2013 86,634 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 86,634 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 76,804 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 76,804 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 67,372 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 67,372 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Ford Connect?

Based on 7,482 MOT tests across 431 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
7,366
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
431
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 296
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 274
Brake pipe excessively corroded 175
Stop lamp not working 166
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 154
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YK08 JTY is a 2008 Ford Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2008 Ford Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 95,992 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 Connect fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 296 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK08 JTY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Connect typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Ford Connect is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK08 JTY registered?

YK08 JTY is a 2008 Ford Connect, first registered on 14 March 2008.

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