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YR08 NHB

2008 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

136,887 mi
Last recorded136,887 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Transit Connect101,348 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 NHB
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 136,887 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2025 131,558 miles

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 125,481 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 120,296 miles

Coolant leak engine ()

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Feb 2023 120,292 miles

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Coolant leak engine ()

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 115,501 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 110,462 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

both rear lamps damaged

Pass 6 Feb 2020 104,250 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 98,254 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 92,509 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 85,627 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2016 77,294 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 69,712 miles

offside front outer cv boot insecure at small end

Pass 14 Jan 2014 66,098 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s/r lower shock absorber bush worn/twisted

steering rack weaping

Pass 14 Jan 2013 60,339 miles

slight play/wear in nearside front anti roll bar link arm ball joint

Pass 31 Jan 2012 55,239 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2012 55,239 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 45,960 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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YR08 NHB is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YR08 NHB, 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 YR08 NHB registered?

YR08 NHB is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is YR08 NHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 NHB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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