2006 Ford Transit Connect 1.8L Diesel · AY06 XEO
2006 Ford Transit Connect (1.8L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2006. Recorded mileage 169,595 miles. MOT valid until 23/09/2026.
- Make & Model
- FORD TRANSIT CONNECT
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Ipswich
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/09/2026
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (16/03/2025)
- Recorded Mileage
- 169,595 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 1753cc
AY06 XEO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/09/2025
- 169,595 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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AY06 XEO Mileage History
- 05/08/2024165,167 mi
- 06/08/2024165,179 mi+12 mi
- 01/08/2025169,401 mi+4,222 mi
- 17/09/2025169,593 mi+192 mi
- 25/09/2025169,595 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 3,887 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AY06 XEO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Ford Transit Connect (AY06 XEO) between August 2024 and September 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 25 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Bodywork (7 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Inner Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced ”; “Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced ”.
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Our Verdict
Exercise extreme caution. While the vehi
The primary concern with this vehicle is the extent of the corrosion. The MOT records from 2024 and 2025 highlight severe rust affecting the sills and seat belt anchorages, which are critical safety components. You must verify the quality of the welding repairs performed to clear these failures; poorly executed patches can lead to rapid recurrence of rust.
The 1.7L diesel engine is generally economical for urban deliveries, but at nearly 170,000 miles, maintenance costs are expected to be higher than average. You should budget for frequent replacements of wear-and-tear items, such as CV boots and suspension components, which have already appeared as failure points in the history.
Conduct a thorough inspection of the underbody, specifically the sills and the areas around the seat belt anchorages and suspension mountings where structural rigidity was previously compromised. Check the CV boots on both the nearside and offside, as these were failed in August 2025. Additionally, test the brakes for any signs of binding, as this was a recurring failure point across multiple years.
This silver 2006 Ford Transit Connect has recorded 169,595 miles. The MOT history shows a pattern of critical failures, specifically regarding structural corrosion of the sills, seat belt anchorages, and suspension mountings. Although it passed its most recent test in September 2025, the vehicle has a history of recurring brake binding and multiple failures in a short timeframe.
The Transit Connect has an average MOT pass rate of 76.1%, with common failures typically involving tyres and headlamps.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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