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FORD TRANSIT CONNECT (2012)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 10,682 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

73%

Total Tests (2024)

10,682

Avg Mileage

119,235 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,727

Is the 2012 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's 9 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the FORD brand average of 85%.

At 12 years old, 73% of FORD TRANSIT CONNECTs from 2012 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 10,682 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 119,235 miles.

How does the 2012 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT compare?

Rank among all 2012 cars590th out of 685(top 86%)
Rank among all FORD models965th out of 1,167(top 83%)
vs national average-9% (82% avg)
vs 2012 cars average-5% (78% avg)
vs FORD average-12% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2012 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT has 119,235 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 88,800 miles for a 12-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 TRANSIT CONNECT?

The most reliable year is the 2022 model with a 88% MOT pass rate, while the 2002 model has the lowest at 66%. The 2012 sits between the two at 73%.

How much does a 2012 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 1753cc)
£1,037
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£500
Total per year£1,727
Per month£144/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

FORD TRANSIT CONNECT by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202288%19140,487 mi
202187%17,35447,152 mi
202084%18,65157,161 mi
201984%25,91267,506 mi
201885%28,58581,064 mi
201785%31,22192,291 mi
201684%24,852103,494 mi
201582%24,244111,819 mi
201481%19,467121,448 mi
201374%7,981114,048 mi
201273%10,682119,235 mi
201171%10,797130,178 mi
201068%9,782135,398 mi
200969%9,569129,536 mi
200868%14,134142,643 mi
200767%16,093145,361 mi
200666%13,833143,865 mi
200566%9,725144,944 mi
200466%7,089142,957 mi
200366%4,907145,152 mi
200266%471143,956 mi

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About the 2012 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT

The 2012 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT is a family car with a 1753cc diesel engine. 10,682 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 86% of 2012 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 119,235 miles at 12 years old, FORD TRANSIT CONNECT owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2012 FORD TRANSIT 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 2012 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,727 (£144/month), broken down as £1037 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 73% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

FORD TRANSIT CONNECT Reliability Trend

Newer FORD TRANSIT CONNECTs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 15 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2012 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT

At 12 years old, the FORD TRANSIT 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 2022 model has the highest pass rate at 88%. With 10,682 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2012 FORD TRANSIT 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: