FORD CONNECT (2008)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 100 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
58%
Total Tests (2024)
100
Avg Mileage
148,973 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,927
Is the 2008 FORD CONNECT reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 24 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the FORD brand average of 85%.
At 16 years old, 58% of FORD CONNECTs from 2008 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 100 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 148,973 miles.
How does the 2008 FORD CONNECT compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2008 FORD CONNECT has 148,973 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 118,400 miles for a 16-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
Best year to buy a FORD CONNECT?
The most reliable year is the 2007 model with a 74% MOT pass rate, while the 2009 model has the lowest at 50%. The 2008 sits between the two at 58%.
How much does a 2008 FORD CONNECT cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
FORD CONNECT by Year
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About the 2008 FORD CONNECT
The 2008 FORD CONNECT is a family car with a 1753cc diesel engine. 100 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 99% of 2008 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 148,973 miles at 16 years old, FORD CONNECT owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2008 FORD CONNECT Fuel Costs
The 1753cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 48 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,037 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.
What does it cost to own a 2008 FORD CONNECT?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,927 (£161/month), broken down as £1037 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 58% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
FORD CONNECT Reliability Trend
Older FORD CONNECTs tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 20 percentage points across model years.
Buying a Used 2008 FORD CONNECT
At 16 years old, the FORD CONNECT is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2007 model has the highest pass rate at 74%.
Alternatives to the 2008 FORD CONNECT
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2009) 72% pass rate (+14%) from 180,029 tests
- VAUXHALL ASTRA (2010) 74% pass rate (+16%) from 92,611 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2010) 77% pass rate (+19%) from 87,733 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2010) 74% pass rate (+16%) from 75,715 tests