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AP54 SOA

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

168,473 mi
Last recorded168,473 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP54 SOA
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Fail 18 Aug 2022 168,473 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner Sill/Step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner wheel arch to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner Sill/Step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner wheel arch to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner Chassis rain above axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Nearside And Offside rear hubs // End float

Pass 20 Aug 2021 166,752 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 165,900 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Mar 2019 165,875 miles

Central Rear Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced lower/inner step/sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Lower/inner 1/4 panel and outrigger.... (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner step/sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower 1/4 panel and outrigger... (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

General Corrosion around vehicle underside....

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front of wheel arch, inner.... (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive crossmember n/s and o/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear chassis, n/s and o/s 'blowing out' above centre of rear leaf springs.

Pass 22 May 2017 163,708 miles

Offside Front ..screen cracked,out of swept.

both rear chassis,inner,above bump stops,blowing out/corroded.

general corrosion around rear inner wheel arch tubs/floor joints

general corrosion around vehicle underside

Fail 12 May 2017 163,708 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded crossmember at rear ....chalked (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded ...inner wheel arch,to the rear of front arch....chalked (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded ...under vehicle...lower step.....chalked. (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front ..screen cracked,out of swept.

both rear chassis,inner,above bump stops,blowing out/corroded.

general corrosion around rear inner wheel arch tubs/floor joints

general corrosion around vehicle underside

Pass 16 May 2016 156,987 miles

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

inner rack ends worn

Fail 27 Apr 2016 115,970 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

inner rack ends worn

Pass 27 Jan 2015 143,315 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 124,738 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 142,940 miles

outer sills and wheelarches slight corrosion

Fail 8 Jan 2013 142,936 miles

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

outer sills and wheelarches slight corrosion

Pass 11 Jan 2012 137,245 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 117,793 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 95,941 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 72,923 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 52,621 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 33,754 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 30 Jan 2006 14,636 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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AP54 SOA is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 AP54 SOA, 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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AP54 SOA is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 January 2005.

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