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AK55 VXE

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

235,027 mi
Last recorded235,027 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 VXE
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2018 235,027 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2018 235,027 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Power steering pump drive system missing (2.3.6)

Pass 19 Jan 2017 222,562 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2017 222,562 miles

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2016 216,140 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 208,312 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2014 186,777 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 163,206 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 128,372 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

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

handbrake has long travel

Pass 23 Sep 2010 102,794 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Sep 2010 102,794 miles

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

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

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

Fail 23 Sep 2009 77,389 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 77,389 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 54,544 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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AK55 VXE 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 AK55 VXE, 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 VXE registered?

AK55 VXE is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 29 September 2005.

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The MOT history for AK55 VXE shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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