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BE55 SME

2005 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

186,481 mi
Last recorded186,481 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBE55 SME
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2021 186,481 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 176,327 miles

Central Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

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

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 May 2019 160,497 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 150,244 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes coated in sealants (1.1.11 (c))

under side of vehicle heavily coated in sealants & under seal

Fail 25 May 2018 150,228 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis area's - marked in yellow - viewed from outer wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill area's - marked in yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired chassis areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis area's (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes coated in sealants (1.1.11 (c))

under side of vehicle heavily coated in sealants & under seal

Pass 24 Jan 2017 144,033 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear after fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

Front wiper blades deteriorating and split nearside and offside

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (rear bush) (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (leaf spring rear bush) (2.4.B.2)

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

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (rear bush) (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

low engine oil

oil leak engine area

oil leak gearbox area (rear)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 136,192 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner chassis leg within shock mounting (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner chassis leg within shock mounting (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 128,887 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

centre exhaust box deteriorating

Pass 13 Feb 2014 125,904 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 111,476 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front brake disc's are lipped / worn

front wipers are starting to smear

nearside front brake pads look to be worn low

nearside front tyre is worn low on the inner shoulder

nearside number plate light cover is missing

Pass 17 Aug 2011 99,378 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 77,886 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 77,886 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 57,785 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 41,614 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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BE55 SME is a 2005 Ford Transit in Red with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BE55 SME, 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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BE55 SME is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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