FORD TRANSIT MOT pass rate
70.8% of 462,499 FORD TRANSIT MOT tests pass.
The TRANSIT passes 70.8% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all FORD models (76.4%).
The FORD TRANSIT passes 70.8% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate drops sharply with age: the FORD TRANSIT tested at 0–3 years pass 90.0% of the time, compared with just 65.2% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 90.0% | 1,248 | 37,464 miles |
| 3–6 years | 82.6% | 19,676 | 73,030 miles |
| 6–10 years | 75.7% | 221,982 | 102,681 miles |
| 10–15 years | 64.2% | 134,401 | 137,823 miles |
| 15+ years | 65.2% | 85,192 | 127,609 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the FORD TRANSIT
The most common reason the FORD TRANSIT fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 67.2% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 67.2% | Not working |
| Suspension | 57.6% | Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength |
| Brakes | 50.0% | Excessively corroded |
| Body, chassis, structure | 40.9% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Visibility | 19.1% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Tyres | 14.2% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 11.9% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Steering | 6.6% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 5.7% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.5% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
Related FORD models
- FORD FIESTA — 73.9% pass rate
- FORD FOCUS — 76.3% pass rate
- FORD KUGA — 85.6% pass rate
- FORD MONDEO — 73.4% pass rate
- FORD KA — 72.6% pass rate
- FORD TRANSIT CONNECT — 74.0% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the FORD TRANSIT?
- 70.8% of FORD TRANSIT MOT tests pass, based on 462,499 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the FORD TRANSIT?
- The most common reason the FORD TRANSIT fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 67.2% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- Does this show the FORD TRANSIT's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the FORD service history guide for how to check and keep one.