CarVerify

Free Car Check

SW08 DNN

2008 Ford Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

112,944 mi
Last recorded112,944 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Connect95,992 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW08 DNN
MakeFord
ModelConnect
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 112,944 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play has very slight play starting (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' has 2 small chips in screen (8.3.1a)

Fail 20 Jul 2017 112,944 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tail pipe missing (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested because of exhaust broken front and rear (7.3.A.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flex pipe broken from catalyst pipe (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play has very slight play starting (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' has 2 small chips in screen (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 108,279 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Jul 2016 108,279 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 104,146 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 104,146 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Jul 2014 96,395 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 79,489 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2013 79,489 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 65,313 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 61,171 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 61,171 miles

Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2011 46,486 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
Full Ford Connect reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SW08 DNN 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 SW08 DNN, 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

How do I check the history of SW08 DNN?

You can check the full history of SW08 DNN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SW08 DNN registered?

SW08 DNN is a 2008 Ford Connect, first registered on 3 June 2008.

Is SW08 DNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW08 DNN shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SW08 DNN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SW08 DNN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.