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AD05 ELW

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

162,052 mi
Last recorded162,052 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 ELW
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2019 162,052 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sills and steps (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Faded (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall has fine cuts in it. No cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Jan 2019 162,052 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sills and steps (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Faded (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall has fine cuts in it. No cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working Both sides (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 16 May 2016 91,594 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint just acceptable (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit just acceptable (4.1.E.1)

offside inner sill corroded and just acceptable

windscreen cracked but not affecting drivers view

Pass 10 Apr 2015 85,868 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2013 82,508 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2013 82,508 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 82,508 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 80,216 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 82,470 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 79,572 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 59,317 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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AD05 ELW is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AD05 ELW, 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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What year was AD05 ELW registered?

AD05 ELW is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 26 August 2005.

Is AD05 ELW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 ELW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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