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MT57 GGE

2008 Ford Connect

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

188,314 mi
Last recorded188,314 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Connect95,992 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT57 GGE
MakeFord
ModelConnect
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2023 188,314 miles

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

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

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 182,825 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2021 170,483 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2020 158,095 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2019 144,793 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2019 144,793 miles

Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 130,936 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2017 116,938 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 102,111 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 85,571 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2015 85,571 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2014 82,414 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 78,656 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 78,656 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 70,281 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2012 70,281 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 47,971 miles

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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MT57 GGE is a 2008 Ford Connect in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MT57 GGE, 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.

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What year was MT57 GGE registered?

MT57 GGE is a 2008 Ford Connect, first registered on 14 January 2008.

Is MT57 GGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT57 GGE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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