FORD TRANSIT CONNECT MOT pass rate
74.0% of 245,749 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT MOT tests pass.
At 74.0%, The TRANSIT CONNECT passes slightly less often than the average across all FORD models (76.4%).
The FORD TRANSIT CONNECT passes 74.0% 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 CONNECT tested at 0–3 years pass 85.6% of the time, compared with just 57.6% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 85.6% | 11,372 | 46,287 miles |
| 3–6 years | 82.6% | 56,720 | 65,501 miles |
| 6–10 years | 81.0% | 85,696 | 101,114 miles |
| 10–15 years | 65.1% | 39,295 | 125,614 miles |
| 15+ years | 57.6% | 52,666 | 143,451 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the FORD TRANSIT CONNECT
The most common reason the FORD TRANSIT CONNECT fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 58.3% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 58.3% | Not working |
| Brakes | 44.8% | Less than 1.5 mm thick |
| Suspension | 36.0% | Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength |
| Body, chassis, structure | 28.0% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Tyres | 26.3% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Visibility | 20.4% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 13.5% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 7.1% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Steering | 4.0% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.7% | Inscription illegible |
Related FORD models
- FORD FIESTA — 73.9% pass rate
- FORD FOCUS — 76.3% pass rate
- FORD TRANSIT — 70.8% pass rate
- FORD KUGA — 85.6% pass rate
- FORD MONDEO — 73.4% pass rate
- FORD KA — 72.6% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the FORD TRANSIT CONNECT?
- 74.0% of FORD TRANSIT CONNECT MOT tests pass, based on 245,749 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the FORD TRANSIT CONNECT?
- The most common reason the FORD TRANSIT CONNECT fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 58.3% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- Does this show the FORD TRANSIT CONNECT'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.