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YS65 FDG

2015 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

188,474 mi
Last recorded188,474 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2015 Ford Transit Connect82,537 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS65 FDG
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2015
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 188,474 miles

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) == both sides have very slight play / movement ()

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Windscreen wiper blade defective == both wiper blades are very slightly poor to clear (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Feb 2026 188,474 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) == both sides have very slight play / movement ()

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Windscreen wiper blade defective == both wiper blades are very slightly poor to clear (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 171,181 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge == worn low and close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Feb 2025 171,181 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge == worn low and close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge == worn down to the legal limit and worn very low on the inner edge of the tread surface (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 153,664 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge == worn extremely low on both edges of the tread surface (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 23 Feb 2024 153,660 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (1.1.10 (e))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge == worn extremely low on both edges of the tread surface (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2023 134,488 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall ,also damaged but not down to any cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

cannot see rear brake pads

Pass 3 Feb 2022 117,121 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2021 115,169 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road large crack which extends into the wiper swept area (3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2020 97,150 miles

chip in wind screen zone A

Fail 20 Aug 2020 97,071 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

chip in wind screen zone A

Pass 6 Apr 2019 75,609 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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YS65 FDG is a 2015 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2015 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 82,537 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 YS65 FDG, 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 11 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YS65 FDG registered?

YS65 FDG is a 2015 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 23 November 2015.

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