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AF16 XLC

2016 Ford Transit Connect

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

192,768 mi
Last recorded192,768 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Transit Connect78,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF16 XLC
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 192,768 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2026 192,615 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 186,027 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 181,418 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges 205/60/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2023 173,506 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 165,288 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2022 165,288 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Mar 2021 147,368 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 147,368 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 117,264 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 86,556 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2019 86,556 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

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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AF16 XLC is a 2016 Ford Transit Connect in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AF16 XLC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF16 XLC registered?

AF16 XLC is a 2016 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 30 March 2016.

Is AF16 XLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF16 XLC shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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