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SA58 HFW

2008 Ford Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,706 mi
Last recorded43,706 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Connect95,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA58 HFW
MakeFord
ModelConnect
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 43,706 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2024 42,762 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Dec 2024 42,762 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Dec 2023 42,464 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2022 42,443 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2022 42,439 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced N/S sill corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced O/S sill corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 40,116 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2020 35,717 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2019 33,336 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2019 33,334 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 26,940 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2018 26,939 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 24,058 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 20,432 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 18,833 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 17,341 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2014 17,326 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 16,344 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 13,419 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 10,280 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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SA58 HFW is a 2008 Ford Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SA58 HFW, 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 SA58 HFW registered?

SA58 HFW is a 2008 Ford Connect, first registered on 7 November 2008.

Is SA58 HFW safe to buy?

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