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YS08 UHT

2008 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

129,471 mi
Last recorded129,471 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Transit Connect101,348 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS08 UHT
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 129,471 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2024 129,281 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 124,383 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 119,457 miles

nearside headlamp slightly faded

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 114,121 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 108,767 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 101,279 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 91,088 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 80,732 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 69,479 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 58,283 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2014 48,256 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 37,852 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 28 Aug 2012 29,245 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 29,245 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2011 20,824 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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YS08 UHT is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YS08 UHT, 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 YS08 UHT registered?

YS08 UHT is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 20 August 2008.

Is YS08 UHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS08 UHT shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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