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AO55 VPZ

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

154,943 mi
Last recorded154,943 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 VPZ
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2021 154,943 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides rear lower outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2021 154,940 miles

Emissions not tested exhaust incomplete (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides rear lower outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 148,856 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 139,568 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 131,737 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2018 131,735 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 122,172 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 111,659 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015 99,054 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 83,315 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 72,185 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 59,517 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 41,561 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 24,353 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2010 24,353 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 24,201 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 24,201 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 20,733 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 20,733 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 14,978 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2008 14,978 miles

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

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

Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Ford Transit Connect?

Based on 3,622,068 MOT tests across 283,952 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
7,948
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
283,952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 121,813
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 105,772
Stop lamp not working 69,148
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 67,188
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,256
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AO55 VPZ is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 102,650 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit Connect fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 121,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO55 VPZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit Connect typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AO55 VPZ registered?

AO55 VPZ is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 24 October 2005.

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