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AK55 TRX

2005 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

237,669 mi
Last recorded237,669 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 TRX
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2016 237,669 miles

Offside Body has slight corrosion door step (6.1.B.2)

Fail 26 Nov 2016 237,669 miles

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Body has slight corrosion door step (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 228,416 miles

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

front number plate has slightly damaged, but not likely to be misread

Pass 29 Nov 2014 216,621 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 22 Nov 2013 203,413 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 195,044 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 185,000 miles

slight play in n/s steering arm

slight play in o/s steering arm

Pass 23 Nov 2010 148,093 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 9 Nov 2009 111,232 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2008 85,567 miles

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

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

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

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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AK55 TRX is a 2005 Ford Transit in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AK55 TRX, 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 AK55 TRX registered?

AK55 TRX is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is AK55 TRX safe to buy?

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