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AY62 XHR

2012 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

131,993 mi
Last recorded131,993 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Transit Connect87,423 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY62 XHR
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 131,993 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2025 128,346 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front To Rear Pipes And N/S/R Pipe To flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Oct 2023 124,502 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s + n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2022 119,910 miles

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

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

n/s/r brake slight bind

Pass 2 Nov 2021 112,487 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 99,936 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2020 99,933 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced EXCEISSIVE (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 87,391 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Sep 2019 87,391 miles

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 70,491 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 53,581 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin NOW (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 39,653 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 39,653 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 29,651 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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AY62 XHR is a 2012 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 87,423 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 AY62 XHR, 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 14 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY62 XHR registered?

AY62 XHR is a 2012 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 26 September 2012.

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