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YO16 VEP

2016 Ford Transit Connect

Grey Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

126,760 mi
Last recorded126,760 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Ford Transit Connect78,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYO16 VEP
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 126,760 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 29 Aug 2025 126,760 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 9 Sep 2024 120,757 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2024 120,757 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Fail 6 Sep 2024 120,717 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords few cuts in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil misting around sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view x2 stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 96,819 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 84,482 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 52,322 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 47,955 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 42,325 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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YO16 VEP is a 2016 Ford Transit Connect in Grey with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2016 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 78,970 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 YO16 VEP, 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 10 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YO16 VEP registered?

YO16 VEP is a 2016 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 10 August 2016.

Is YO16 VEP safe to buy?

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