2018 Ford Tourneo Connect 1.5L Diesel · WD18 XMU
2018 Ford Tourneo Connect (1.5L, diesel). First registered 01 Jul 2018. Recorded mileage 26,335 miles. MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- FORD TOURNEO CONNECT
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 26,335 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WD18 XMU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/01/2026
- 26,335 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WD18 XMU 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 2018 Ford Tourneo Connect (WD18 XMU) between July 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 30 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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.
WD18 XMU Mileage History
- 06/07/202318,527 mi
- 06/07/202318,527 mi
- 23/05/202422,830 mi+4,303 mi
- 24/03/202525,188 mi+2,358 mi
- 30/01/202626,335 mi+1,147 mi
Average of roughly 3,037 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Ford Ford Tourneo Connect (C515)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Common Problems: FORD TOURNEO CONNECT
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Sliding Door Mechanism and Latch Faults(Moderate)
The sliding rear doors can jam, fail to lock properly, or trigger dashboard warnings. Worn rollers, faulty latches and damaged wiring in the door channels are common, especially on family-used examples.
- Electrical Gremlins and Battery Drain(Moderate)
General electrical issues include battery drain, infotainment glitches, heated windscreen segment failures and door-module faults. The car can go flat if left unused for more than a few days.
- PowerShift Gearbox Judder (Automatic Models)(Serious)
The dry-clutch 6DCT250 PowerShift automatic suffers the same judder, hesitation and mechatronic failure issues as other Ford models. Urban stop-start use accelerates wear.
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- Sliding Door Mechanism and Latch FaultsModerate
The sliding rear doors can jam, fail to lock properly, or trigger dashboard warnings. Worn rollers, faulty latches and damaged wiring in the door channels are common, especially on family-used examples.
- Electrical Gremlins and Battery DrainModerate
General electrical issues include battery drain, infotainment glitches, heated windscreen segment failures and door-module faults. The car can go flat if left unused for more than a few days.
- PowerShift Gearbox Judder (Automatic Models)Serious
The dry-clutch 6DCT250 PowerShift automatic suffers the same judder, hesitation and mechatronic failure issues as other Ford models. Urban stop-start use accelerates wear.
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