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BD12 DOU

2012 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

131,018 mi
Last recorded131,018 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Transit Connect87,423 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD12 DOU
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 131,018 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both front springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 2 x small chips on screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all ferrules have slight corrosion (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Rear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2026 131,018 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both front springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 2 x small chips on screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all ferrules have slight corrosion (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Rear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 121,284 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 107,332 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 94,595 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2021 94,595 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2020 84,541 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 72,522 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 60,442 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 45,227 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 35,103 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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BD12 DOU is a 2012 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BD12 DOU, 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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BD12 DOU is a 2012 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 9 July 2012.

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