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AF05 YXB

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2016
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

130,189 mi
Last recorded130,189 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 YXB
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2015 130,189 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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)

Fail 20 Apr 2015 130,189 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2014 125,346 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 26 Mar 2014 125,395 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 122,664 miles

Nearside Front engine mounting bracket not fully secure (6.1.D.1b)

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

Oil leak

under body corrosion.

Fail 25 Mar 2013 122,654 miles

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Nearside Front engine mounting bracket not fully secure (6.1.D.1b)

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

Oil leak

under body corrosion.

Pass 28 Mar 2012 116,525 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Fail 28 Mar 2012 116,525 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Fail 24 Mar 2011 90,233 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 90,233 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 69,988 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 69,068 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2009 45,109 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 45,104 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 45,007 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 17 Mar 2008 34,016 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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AF05 YXB is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF05 YXB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF05 YXB registered?

AF05 YXB is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 19 March 2005.

Is AF05 YXB safe to buy?

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