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AX05 DMO

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

146,665 mi
Last recorded146,665 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 DMO
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 146,665 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner & outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner & outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2026 146,629 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner & outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner & outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 144,386 miles

Inner and outer sills corroded

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Various brake pipes corroded

Wipers slightly split

Pass 16 Oct 2023 139,279 miles

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

Sills corroded

Various brake pipes corroded

Pass 19 Oct 2022 130,630 miles

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Inner track rod has slight play (2.3 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 12 Oct 2022 130,608 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre exhaust section (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Near flexible hose and near fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Near flexible hose and near fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Centre exhaust rubbers deteriorated

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Inner track rod has slight play (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 119,585 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust corroded

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Sills corroded and repaired

Various brake pipes corroded

Fail 11 Oct 2021 119,585 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust corroded

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Sills corroded and repaired

Various brake pipes corroded

Pass 6 Oct 2020 113,347 miles

Brake pipes corroded

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2020 113,347 miles

Brake pipes corroded

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 106,212 miles

brake pipes corroding

Fail 26 Mar 2019 106,211 miles

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

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

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

brake pipes corroding

Pass 10 Apr 2018 99,905 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 86,880 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 82,102 miles

has oil leak

Fail 8 Apr 2016 821,021 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

has oil leak

Pass 13 Apr 2015 80,490 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 74,286 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 70,150 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 65,534 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 65,534 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 May 2011 56,529 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 51,548 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 47,950 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 43,470 miles

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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AX05 DMO is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 AX05 DMO, 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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AX05 DMO is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 12 May 2005.

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