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BD55 SVG

2005 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

176,915 mi
Last recorded176,915 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 SVG
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2018 176,915 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 70,886 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Mar 2017 70,882 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded All areas requiring welding chalked (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2016 163,991 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2015 161,298 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working Rh rear light inop (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Chassis holed due to corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Stone chips on windscreen,less than 10 mm

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded N/s/r brake pipe corroded,from flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded O/f/s rear brake pipe from flexi corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 152,063 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 152,030 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

offside front (inner sill) Seat belt anchorage area is excessively corroded but just outside prescribed area.

Pass 29 Oct 2013 146,863 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 143,463 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 140,140 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 140,140 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2010 133,714 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 114,825 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 31 Oct 2009 114,825 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 1 Nov 2008 90,440 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2008 90,440 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 SVG is a 2005 Ford Transit in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SVG, 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 SVG registered?

BD55 SVG is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 October 2005.

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