2015 Ford Tourneo Connect: common problems and what to check
What gets flagged at MOT on 2015 Ford Tourneo Connects, from 1,801 tests in 2025, plus known faults and what to look at before you buy one.
What stands out
Parts flagged at MOT more often on 2015 Ford Tourneo Connects than on all cars registered in 2015.
- Seat belts9.1× usualFord Tourneo Connect8.2% All 2015 cars0.9%
Failed outright at MOT: 1.6%, against 0.3% of all 2015 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.
Rough price £80–£250 our estimateAt the viewing: Pull each seatbelt sharply. It should lock and retract smoothly.
- Tyre pressure monitoring system3.7× usualFord Tourneo Connect5.9% All 2015 cars1.6%
Failed outright at MOT: 5.9%, against 1.6% of all 2015 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.
Rough price £70–£150 our estimateAt the viewing: Check the tread on all four tyres, including the inside edges. Uneven wear can point to tracking or suspension problems.
- Diesel smoke emissions7.8× usualFord Tourneo Connect3.1% All 2015 cars0.4%
Failed outright at MOT: 3%, against 0.3% of all 2015 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.
Rough price £175–£900 (catalytic converter) ClickMechanicAt the viewing: Look for smoke when revving the warm engine and for engine or DPF warning lights.
- Anti-lock braking system6× usualFord Tourneo Connect2.4% All 2015 cars0.4%
Failed outright at MOT: 2.4%, against 0.4% of all 2015 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.
Rough price £100–£350 our estimateAt the viewing: On a quiet road, brake firmly from about 30mph. The car should stop straight without pulling.
- Steering rack inner joints2.3× usualFord Tourneo Connect2.3% All 2015 cars1%
Failed outright at MOT: 0%, against 0% of all 2015 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.
Rough price £100–£450 our estimateAt the viewing: On a straight road the steering wheel should sit straight. Listen for knocks when turning, and check the steering feels even.
Suspension arm bushes and joints: 1.4% here, against 7.1% of all 2015 cars. Number plate lights: 1.4% here, against 4.1% of all 2015 cars.
By area
The share of 2015 Ford Tourneo Connect MOT tests where testers flagged each area, as a fail or an advisory. Rough prices are typical independent-garage costs.
- Tyres34% of testsRough price £70–£150
At the viewing: Check the tread on all four tyres, including the inside edges, and look for cracks or bulges.
- Brakes27% of testsRough price £150–£350
At the viewing: Look for a lip on the disc edges and feel for judder or pulling when braking firmly from about 40mph.
- Lights and electrics19% of testsRough price £10–£80
At the viewing: Ask a friend to check every light, including brake lights and indicators, while you operate them.
- Suspension15% of testsRough price £120–£400
At the viewing: Listen for knocks over speed bumps, and look behind each front wheel for a snapped coil spring.
- Wipers, windscreen and mirrors9% of testsRough price £15–£250
At the viewing: Check for chips in the driver's view, and test the wipers and washers.
- Oil and fluid leaks5% of testsRough price £80–£600
At the viewing: Look under the engine and on the ground where the car is usually parked for fresh oil or fluid.
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Other years
| Year | MOT tests | Most flagged |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1,791 | Tyres 29% |
| 2021 | 1,699 | Tyres 27% |
| 2020 | 2,157 | Tyres 26% |
| 2019 | 1,937 | Tyres 29% |
| 2018 | 1,146 | Tyres 29% |
| 2017 | 1,930 | Tyres 32% |
| 2016 | 2,388 | Tyres 33% |
| 2014 | 712 | Tyres 33% |
Where this comes from: the DVSA's anonymised results for every MOT test in Great Britain in 2025, counting tests of 2015 Ford Tourneo Connects registered in 2015. "Flagged" includes advisories, so it isn't the same as a fail rate. How we score