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AB54 SAR

2005 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2022
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

93,312 mi
Last recorded93,312 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB54 SAR
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2021 93,312 miles

vehicle structure/chassis corroded-inner and outer sills corroded-oil leak-exhaust system corroded-n/s wing mirror damaged

welding covered by substance

Fail 10 Sep 2021 93,312 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch, front section (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear inner sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill to doorstep area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch to floor area, complete (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

vehicle structure/chassis corroded-inner and outer sills corroded-oil leak-exhaust system corroded-n/s wing mirror damaged

Pass 17 Sep 2020 85,326 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

all welding covered by substance unable to check properly-n/s/f/ mirror damaged-

Fail 12 Sep 2020 85,326 miles

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced n/s/r/ backing sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced n/s/r/ inner arch to floor area holed- (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced nearside inner front and back sills holed- (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced nearside outer front and rear sills holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced o/s/f/ inner wheel arch holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced o/s/f/ inner wheel arch to step holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced o/s/f/ outer sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced o/s/r/ inner arch to floor area holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced o/s/r/ inner backing sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced o/s/r/ outer sill holed- (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced offside inner backing sill to step area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 77,131 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

all under vehicle/inner wheel arches/brake pipes covered by unknown substance, unable to check properly-chassis/vehicle structure corroded-exhaust corroded-rear brakes slightly binding

parking brake lever slight travel-

Fail 5 Sep 2019 77,122 miles

Nearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill chalked (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing chalked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill chalked (rear spring shackle) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill chalked (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing chalked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded chalked (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill chalked rear (spring shackle) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 74,695 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

underbody has general corrosion

Pass 30 May 2017 72,407 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both N/s & O/s rear axle link (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear box (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 30 May 2017 72,407 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both N/s & O/s rear axle link (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear box (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 May 2016 69,703 miles
Fail 12 May 2015

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 12 May 2015
Fail 13 May 2014

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 May 2014
Pass 23 May 2013 59,729 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 58,801 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 54,131 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 44,246 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 33,725 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Transit?

Based on 16,371,688 MOT tests across 1,454,648 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
7,998
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,454,648
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 551,926
Brake pipe excessively corroded 469,823
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 469,369
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 418,048
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 414,266
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AB54 SAR is a 2005 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2005 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 101,296 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 551,926 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AB54 SAR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Transit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AB54 SAR is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 November 2005.

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