2006 Ford Transit Connect — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 59,716 MOT tests analysed for the 2006 Ford Transit Connect, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and body, structure & corrosion. Its pass rate of 67.1% was below the average for vans of a similar age (70.5%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 19.8% | 11,817 |
| 2 | Suspension | 18.0% | 10,759 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 17.0% | 10,158 |
| 4 | Brakes | 13.4% | 7,996 |
| 5 | Tyres | 7.4% | 4,434 |
| 6 | Visibility | 7.3% | 4,364 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 8,589 |
| 2 | Joints | 5,620 |
| 3 | Rigid brake pipes | 5,292 |
| 4 | Prescribed areas | 4,665 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 4,607 |
| 6 | Integral vehicle structure condition | 4,006 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 44.7% | 26,712 |
| 2 | Tyres | 31.6% | 18,892 |
| 3 | Suspension | 30.7% | 18,311 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 26.1% | 15,586 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 24.4% | 14,544 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 24.0% | 14,321 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 360 | 38.3% |
| 30-60k | 1,131 | 24.7% |
| 60-90k | 5,398 | 29.9% |
| 90-120k | 13,403 | 32.7% |
| 120-150k | 16,487 | 32.9% |
| 150k+ | 22,239 | 33.9% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 58,791 | 33.0% |
| Petrol | 900 | 26.9% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 17,025 | 33.0% |
| 2022 | 14,532 | 32.8% |
| 2023 | 11,954 | 32.8% |
| 2024 | 9,305 | 32.9% |
| 2025 | 6,900 | 33.3% |
What to check before buying a 2006 Transit Connect
Before buying a 2006 Ford Transit Connect, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 19.8% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (19.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (18.0% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Body, structure & corrosion (17.0% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2006 Ford Transit Connects pass their MOT?
67.1% of the 59,716 2006 Ford Transit Connect MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 32.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2006 Ford Transit Connect?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.8% of tests, followed by suspension (18.0%).
Does the 2006 Transit Connect get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 38.3% in the 0-30k band to 33.9% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 59,716 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.