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YT08 DFX

2008 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

215,111 mi
Last recorded215,111 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Transit Connect101,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT08 DFX
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 22 Nov 2023 215,111 miles

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

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded front to back n/s (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced side loading door bottom runner corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Other passenger door hinge insecure corroded door cant open or close correctly (6.2.3 (c) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to back pipe o/s (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front and back (6.1.2 (a))

Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear bumper missing side plastic

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

Pass 29 Nov 2022 209,449 miles

Lower all underbody body and brake pipes undersealed

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 203,584 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 196,012 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

n/s/f sill has slight corrosion

Pass 16 Feb 2019 195,946 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Fail 15 Nov 2018 195,480 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front slight play in inner tie rod

Pass 9 Nov 2017 182,837 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 173,606 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% high level stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

brake pipes slightly corroded (front to rear)

fuel pipes slightly corroded (front to rear)

Fail 10 Nov 2016 173,600 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (chalked) (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Central Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% high level stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

brake pipes slightly corroded (front to rear)

fuel pipes slightly corroded (front to rear)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 164,001 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 155,410 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2014 155,390 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Fail 18 Nov 2013 136,652 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 136,652 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 117,536 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 89,938 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 58,095 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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YT08 DFX is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 YT08 DFX, 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.

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What year was YT08 DFX registered?

YT08 DFX is a 2008 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 11 March 2008.

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