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AK17 XWS

2017 Ford Transit Connect

Silver Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

229,680 mi
Last recorded229,680 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2024
Typical for 2017 Ford Transit Connect71,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK17 XWS
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2024 229,680 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 203,495 miles

Rear brake pads low

Pass 19 Aug 2022 176,858 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 148,046 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 114,634 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2020 114,634 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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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AK17 XWS is a 2017 Ford Transit Connect in Silver with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2017 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 71,542 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 AK17 XWS, 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 9 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 AK17 XWS registered?

AK17 XWS is a 2017 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 19 July 2017.

Is AK17 XWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK17 XWS shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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