Ford Transit Connect common problems by mileage
What UK MOT testers flag on the Ford Transit Connect at each age and mileage, compared with all cars.
In 169,562 UK MOT tests of the Ford Transit Connect in 2023, the problem that most sets it apart from other cars is malfunction indicator lamp (inoperative or indicates a malfunction): recorded on 3.2% of tests of 2019–2021 cars at 0k–20k mi (0k–32k km), 32× the rate for all cars of that age and mileage. Other stand-out issues: component mounting prescribed areas (prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength) (9.1×); joints (constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt) (8×); headlamp (not working on dipped beam) (5.6×). The most common reasons a Ford Transit Connect fails its MOT are component mounting prescribed areas (prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength); joints (constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt); stop lamp (not working).
Last updated: · Source: DVSA anonymised MOT data 2023
What stands out on the Ford Transit Connect
Parts that MOT testers flag clearly more often on the Ford Transit Connect than on all cars of the same age at the same mileage (at least 1.5× the rate and 3% of tests).
| Issue | Type | First used | Mileage | Share of tests | All cars this age | Ratio | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction | MOT fail | 2019–2021 | 0k–20k mi (0k–32k km) | 3.2% | 0.1% | 32× | 2,920 |
| Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength | MOT fail | 2008–2010 | 120k–140k mi (193k–225k km) | 9.1% | 1% | 9.1× | 3,557 |
| Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt | MOT fail | 2007–2009 | 40k–60k mi (64k–97k km) | 12% | 1.5% | 8× | 565 |
| Headlamp: not working on dipped beam | MOT fail | 2019–2021 | 40k–60k mi (64k–97k km) | 4.5% | 0.8% | 5.6× | 7,330 |
| Rigid brake pipes: corroded, covered in grease or other material | Advisory | 2011–2013 | 100k–120k mi (161k–193k km) | 24% | 3.9% | 6.1× | 3,311 |
| Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements | MOT fail | 2010–2012 | 40k–60k mi (64k–97k km) | 5.1% | 0.7% | 7.3× | 762 |
| Prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced | MOT fail | 2002–2004 | 140k–160k mi (225k–257k km) | 7.9% | 1.4% | 5.6× | 1,620 |
| Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded | MOT fail | 2008–2010 | 40k–60k mi (64k–97k km) | 5.8% | 1% | 5.8× | 607 |
Ford Transit Connect by mileage (2017–2019 cars)
The most-tested first-use years. For each mileage band: how many MOT tests, the most common item, and the item that stands out most against other cars.
| Mileage | Tests | Most common | Stands out |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0k–20k mi (0k–32k km) | 1,956 | Tyres (tread depth): worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (11%) | Brake pads: wearing thin (6%, 3.3×) |
| 20k–40k mi (32k–64k km) | 8,111 | Tyres (tread depth): worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (18%) | Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5%, 2.5×) |
| 40k–60k mi (64k–97k km) | 11,952 | Tyres (tread depth): worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (21%) | Headlamp: not working on dipped beam (3%, 3.8×) |
| 60k–80k mi (97k–129k km) | 11,523 | Tyres (tread depth): worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (22%) | Headlamp: not working on dipped beam (3.4%, 2.8×) |
| 80k–100k mi (129k–161k km) | 8,209 | Tyres (tread depth): worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (22%) | Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively (4.7%, 2.5×) |
| 100k–120k mi (161k–193k km) | 4,766 | Tyres (tread depth): worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (22%) | Headlamp: not working on dipped beam (3.8%, 2×) |
| 120k–140k mi (193k–225k km) | 2,343 | Tyres (tread depth): worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (23%) | Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.2%, 1.9×) |
| 140k–160k mi (225k–257k km) | 935 | Tyres (tread depth): worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (22%) | Tyres (tread depth): tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.1%, 1.9×) |
| 160k+ mi (257k+ km) | 652 | Tyres (tread depth): worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (22%) | Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick (4.4%, 2.2×) |
Ford Transit Connect by first-use year
| First used | Tests | Biggest stand-out issue |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 320 | Registration plate lamp(s): inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps at 120k–140k mi (193k–225k km) (4.2×) |
| 2003 | 3,277 | Prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced at 140k–160k mi (225k–257k km) (5.6×) |
| 2004 | 4,718 | Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at 100k–120k mi (161k–193k km) (4.1×) |
| 2005 | 6,320 | Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at 100k–120k mi (161k–193k km) (4.7×) |
| 2006 | 8,730 | Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt at 40k–60k mi (64k–97k km) (6.2×) |
| 2007 | 9,742 | Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt at 40k–60k mi (64k–97k km) (7.8×) |
| 2008 | 8,486 | Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt at 40k–60k mi (64k–97k km) (8×) |
| 2009 | 5,607 | Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at 120k–140k mi (193k–225k km) (9.1×) |
| 2010 | 5,502 | Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt at 40k–60k mi (64k–97k km) (6×) |
| 2011 | 6,232 | Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements at 40k–60k mi (64k–97k km) (7.3×) |
| 2012 | 6,090 | Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements at 40k–60k mi (64k–97k km) (6.8×) |
| 2013 | 4,529 | Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements at 80k–100k mi (129k–161k km) (3.7×) |
| 2014 | 10,700 | Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively at 40k–60k mi (64k–97k km) (2.1×) |
| 2015 | 13,299 | Ball joint: ball joint has slight play at 160k+ mi (257k+ km) (2.3×) |
| 2016 | 14,150 | Brake pads: wearing thin at 0k–20k mi (0k–32k km) (3.4×) |
| 2017 | 18,403 | Brake pads: wearing thin at 0k–20k mi (0k–32k km) (3.3×) |
| 2018 | 16,879 | Headlamp: not working on dipped beam at 40k–60k mi (64k–97k km) (3.8×) |
| 2019 | 15,165 | Headlamp: not working on dipped beam at 40k–60k mi (64k–97k km) (4.5×) |
| 2020 | 11,047 | Malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction at 0k–20k mi (0k–32k km) (32×) |
| 2021 | 354 | Headlamp: not working on dipped beam at 40k–60k mi (64k–97k km) (4.3×) |
How these numbers are made
From the DVSA anonymised MOT data for 2023: every normal MOT test of a car in Great Britain, with its mileage and every advisory and failure item. For each first-use year (pooled with the years either side) and 20,000-mile band we count the share of tests where a part was recorded, and compare it with the same share for every car of that age at that mileage. A cell is shown only with 300 or more tests. Advisories are tester notes, not failures. Figures describe UK-market cars; engines and equipment can differ in other countries.
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 (DVSA anonymised MOT data, 2023).
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the Ford Transit Connect?
In 169,562 UK MOT tests of the Ford Transit Connect in 2023, the problem that most sets it apart from other cars is malfunction indicator lamp (inoperative or indicates a malfunction): recorded on 3.2% of tests of 2019–2021 cars at 0k–20k mi (0k–32k km), 32× the rate for all cars of that age and mileage. Other stand-out issues: component mounting prescribed areas (prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength) (9.1×); joints (constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt) (8×); headlamp (not working on dipped beam) (5.6×). The most common reasons a Ford Transit Connect fails its MOT are component mounting prescribed areas (prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength); joints (constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt); stop lamp (not working).
Why do Ford Transit Connects fail the MOT?
Across 169,562 MOT tests in 2023, the most common failure items on the Ford Transit Connect were component mounting prescribed areas (prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength) (11% of tests); joints (constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt) (9.1% of tests); stop lamp (not working) (7.6% of tests).
At what mileage do Ford Transit Connect problems start?
The clearest Ford Transit Connect-specific issue, malfunction indicator lamp (inoperative or indicates a malfunction), peaks against other cars at 0k–20k mi (0k–32k km) on 2019–2021 cars (3.2% of tests vs 0.1% for all cars that age).
Where does this Ford Transit Connect data come from?
From the UK government's anonymised MOT test data (DVSA, 2023, Open Government Licence v3.0): 169,562 tests of the Ford Transit Connect. VinSnap shows the same numbers for your own car's age and mileage in the app.