2022 Ford Transit Connect — MOT failures & pass rate
9,289 MOT tests on the 2022 Ford Transit Connect are in this dataset, and 86.0% of them passed. Vans of a similar age fail at 13.5%, so the 2022 Transit Connect sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (7.3%) and brakes (4.7%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are brake pads, headlamp aim and tread depth — brake pads alone was recorded 555 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 9.6% in the 0-30k band and 16.4% in the 120-150k band, a 6.9-point spread.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 24.7% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 7.3% | 682 |
| 2 | Brakes | 4.7% | 438 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 3.9% | 366 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.7% | 343 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 1.5% | 139 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.5% | 49 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake pads | 555 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 355 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 267 |
| 4 | Wipers | 236 |
| 5 | Washers | 144 |
| 6 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 120 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 24.7% | 2,297 |
| 2 | Brakes | 16.6% | 1,546 |
| 3 | Visibility | 8.6% | 796 |
| 4 | Other defects | 6.2% | 571 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 2.9% | 272 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.2% | 112 |
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 | 2,382 | 9.6% |
| 30-60k | 4,372 | 14.9% |
| 60-90k | 2,013 | 17.0% |
| 90-120k | 431 | 16.0% |
| 120-150k | 73 | 16.4% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 9,107 | 14.1% |
| Petrol | 182 | 8.8% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 163 | 10.4% |
| 2025 | 9,117 | 14.1% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Transit Connect
On a 2022 Transit Connect, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 7.3% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (7.3% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Brakes (4.7% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (3.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
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 2022 Ford Transit Connects pass their MOT?
86.0% of the 9,289 2022 Ford Transit Connect MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 14.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Ford Transit Connect?
Tyres, recorded in 7.3% of tests, followed by brakes (4.7%).
Does the 2022 Transit Connect get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.6% in the 0-30k band to 16.4% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 9,289 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.