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AK05 RRX

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2017
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

187,603 mi
Last recorded187,603 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Fail 24 Oct 2017 187,603 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded STRUT TURRET (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking LEAKING FROM BRAKE DRUM (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded FRONT MOUNTING POINT OF REAR LEAF SPRING (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded INNER WING TO FLOOR (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded REAR MOUNTING POINT OF REAR LEAF SPRING, SEVERAL ROTTEN HOLES (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded FRONT MOUNTING POINT OF REAR LEAF SPRING (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded INNER WING TO FLOOR (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded REAR MOUNTING POINT OF REAR LEAF SPRING, SEVERAL ROTTEN HOLES (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive STRUT TURRET (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 174,493 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 174,493 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings step/ sill to floor (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2015 168,755 miles

Offside Rear tyre cracking and perrishing in treads 195/70/16c

o/s and n/s outer sills corroded

Fail 17 Nov 2015 168,747 miles

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear tyre cracking and perrishing in treads 195/70/16c

o/s and n/s outer sills corroded

Pass 31 Oct 2014 167,099 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 27 Oct 2014 167,099 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 164,061 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

o/s/front track rod slight play

park brake aplication uneven

slight bind on n/s/rear brake suspect brake shoe park brake lever siezing

Fail 31 Oct 2013 164,061 miles

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

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

FRONT BRAKE DISCS VERY POOR CONDITION!!!!

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

o/s/front track rod slight play

park brake aplication uneven

slight bind on n/s/rear brake suspect brake shoe park brake lever siezing

Pass 18 Oct 2012 137,322 miles

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

front brake discs worn

n/s/rear outer sill / door step corroded none perscribed area

Pass 20 May 2011 101,884 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

service light illuminated

slight play in o/s and n/s steering rack

Fail 20 May 2011 101,884 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

service light illuminated

slight play in o/s and n/s steering rack

Pass 13 May 2010 68,511 miles

service light illuminated

slight play in n/s steering rack

wipers poor

Fail 13 May 2010 68,511 miles

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

service light illuminated

slight play in n/s steering rack

wipers poor

Pass 20 May 2009 44,002 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 43,837 miles

1.Brake pedal rubber split. 2,Screw in offside rear tyre side wall marked .

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2008 32,671 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2008 32,671 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 RRX is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 AK05 RRX, 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 RRX is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 14 May 2005.

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