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BD55 FVU

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

165,204 mi
Last recorded165,204 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 FVU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 165,204 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 164,213 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2024 162,591 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. brake pressure uptake down compared to nearside (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 160,552 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 159,051 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 157,095 miles

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill section Holed and corroded . (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across Rear axle. corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill section holed and corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Jan 2021 157,095 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Lower arm - rear bush worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill section Holed and corroded . (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across Rear axle. corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm - rear bush deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill section holed and corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 154,714 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill Section Holed and Corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer Sill section corroded and holed. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 152,535 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material light corrosion on pipe across axle. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer Sill section below loading door. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 149,941 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2018 149,904 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine Failed emission test. (7.4.B.3b)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis out rigger at front of rear spring hanger (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2017 147,416 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 144,646 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 141,319 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Fuel hose slightly damaged (7.2.2)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 138,341 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2014 138,341 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Nov 2012 124,507 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 102,343 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2011 102,343 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2010 86,623 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 69,313 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 57,272 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 57,272 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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BD55 FVU is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 BD55 FVU, 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 BD55 FVU registered?

BD55 FVU is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 15 November 2005.

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The MOT history for BD55 FVU shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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