2007 Ford Connect — MOT failures & pass rate
431 MOT tests on the 2007 Ford Connect are in this dataset, and 67.5% of them passed. Against all cars of a similar age (26.8% fail rate), the 2007 Connect comes out 5.7pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (19.7%) and suspension (18.3%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are component mounting prescribed areas, rigid brake pipes and prescribed areas — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 60 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 30.2% in the 60-90k band and 35.9% in the 150k+ band, a 5.7-point spread.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 42.2% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 19.7% | 85 |
| 2 | Suspension | 18.3% | 79 |
| 3 | Brakes | 16.9% | 73 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 15.6% | 67 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 7.2% | 31 |
| 6 | Tyres | 6.7% | 29 |
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 | 60 |
| 2 | Rigid brake pipes | 47 |
| 3 | Prescribed areas | 35 |
| 4 | Joints | 34 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 33 |
| 6 | Headlamp | 28 |
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 | 42.2% | 182 |
| 2 | Tyres | 38.5% | 166 |
| 3 | Suspension | 36.0% | 155 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 29.0% | 125 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 27.6% | 119 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 26.7% | 115 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 60-90k | 43 | 30.2% |
| 90-120k | 68 | 41.2% |
| 120-150k | 107 | 25.2% |
| 150k+ | 192 | 35.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 100 | 31.0% |
| 2022 | 111 | 35.1% |
| 2023 | 97 | 34.0% |
| 2024 | 70 | 28.6% |
| 2025 | 53 | 32.1% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Connect
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 19.7% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (19.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (18.3% 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.
- Brakes (16.9% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
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 2007 Ford Connects pass their MOT?
67.5% of the 431 2007 Ford Connect MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 32.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Ford Connect?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.7% of tests, followed by suspension (18.3%).
Does the 2007 Connect get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 30.2% in the 60-90k band to 35.9% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 431 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.