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AK05 YSB

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

253,502 mi
Last recorded253,502 miles
Recorded on7 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2019 253,502 miles

Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Pass 17 Apr 2018 229,437 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)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 12 Apr 2018 229,437 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis outrigger (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

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)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 12 Apr 2018 229,437 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 209,417 miles

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

excessive corrosion to nearsde and offside side sills does not affect braking or steering

general corrosion to body and chassis

pay/wear in steering rack arm end ball joints both

Pass 28 Apr 2016 188,193 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2016 187,428 miles

Fuel system component leaking BY TANK (7.2.3)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 167,878 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 167,878 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 145,189 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 129,160 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 110,812 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 78,656 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 48,163 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 27,302 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 27,122 miles

1.Nearside rear light lense broken.

1.nearside front damaged and doors.

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

Fail 7 Jun 2008 17,557 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 17,557 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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AK05 YSB 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 77.8%.

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 AK05 YSB, 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 YSB is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 11 June 2005.

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