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EN08 BXS

2008 Ford Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

173,870 mi
Last recorded173,870 miles
Recorded on22 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Connect95,992 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN08 BXS
MakeFord
ModelConnect
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2019 173,870 miles

Front Number plate damaged

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Spare tyre defective cords exposed ()

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

Fail 16 May 2019 173,869 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

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

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

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

Front Number plate damaged

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very badly worn outer edge plus perished (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very badly worn outside edge plus perished (5.2.3 (e))

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

Spare tyre defective cords exposed ()

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

Pass 2 Feb 2018 167,479 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Fail 1 Feb 2018 167,477 miles

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 161,232 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 161,232 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 141,670 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2014 131,311 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 119,681 miles

FRont number plate damaged

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak on enegine

Small damage to windscreen

Pass 3 Jul 2013 119,681 miles

Small damage to windscreen

FRont number plate damaged

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak on enegine

Fail 28 Jun 2012 119,826 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 119,826 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 95,053 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Ford Connect?

Based on 7,482 MOT tests across 431 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
7,366
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
431
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 296
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 274
Brake pipe excessively corroded 175
Stop lamp not working 166
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 154
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EN08 BXS is a 2008 Ford Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2008 Ford Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 95,992 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 Connect fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 296 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EN08 BXS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Connect typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Ford Connect is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EN08 BXS registered?

EN08 BXS is a 2008 Ford Connect, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is EN08 BXS safe to buy?

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