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BD55 LXZ

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 LXZ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2023
Fail 4 Jan 2023

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength spring front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength spring rear mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength spring front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength spring rear munt (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 20 Jan 2022
Pass 28 Jan 2021
Fail 7 Jan 2021

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 14 Jan 2020
Fail 14 Jan 2020

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2019

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Jan 2019

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength strut top (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength spring front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected spring front mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected spring rear mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected spring rear mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jan 2018
Pass 10 Dec 2016 82,178 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2016 82,178 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jan 2016 88,217 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 80,437 miles

nearside sill in side loading door area has corrosion but outside any prescribed area

wiper blades split on ends but still clearing windscreen effictively

Pass 8 Nov 2013 70,216 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2013 70,216 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2012 62,898 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 55,653 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 47,181 miles

offside front brake slight bind front brake imbalance close to legal limit

Pass 26 Oct 2009 38,335 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 31,482 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2008 31,482 miles

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

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 LXZ is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 LXZ, 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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What year was BD55 LXZ registered?

BD55 LXZ is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 11 November 2005.

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