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AK05 RPX

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

204,586 mi
Last recorded204,586 miles
Recorded on11 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 RPX
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 11 May 2018 204,586 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock absorber top mounting point (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded spring shackle front mounting point (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded spring shackle rear mounting point (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front spring shackle mounting point (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded spring shackle rear mounting point (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock absorber top mounting point (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edges of tread (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

corrosion in engine bay o/s/f inner wing area

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring testable components

smell of fumes / diesel in engine bay but no visible leaks

Pass 12 May 2017 194,622 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately all rear & under sealed (2.4.A.3)

font door steps repaired & under sealed

Pass 29 Jul 2016 185,638 miles

general corrosion on underside of vehicle

Pass 12 Aug 2015 174,532 miles

Oil leak

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

all underside heavily undersealed

Fail 28 Jul 2015 174,400 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 20 Jun 2014 158,970 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

n s f inner tie rod has play

o s f inner tie rod has play

underneath at rear is very rusty around spring hangers n s r and o s r

Pass 20 Jun 2014 158,970 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

n s f inner tie rod has play

o s f inner tie rod has play

underneath at rear is very rusty around spring hangers n s r and o s r

Pass 26 Mar 2013 141,344 miles

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

centre silencer very rusty

o/s/r tyre uneven tread

Pass 18 Nov 2011 122,911 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

both front discs have surface rust

steering rack has slight play on n/s/f

very rusty all over underside vehicle

Pass 23 Jul 2010 108,427 miles

n/s steering rack slight play

Fail 8 Jun 2009 98,378 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 98,378 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 98,020 miles

1.front wiper blades slightly smeary 2.both front lower suspension arm bushes very slight perishing.

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 82,606 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight wear in nearside inner steering rack joint

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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AK05 RPX is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AK05 RPX, 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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AK05 RPX is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 7 May 2005.

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