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BF55 PZV

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 PZV
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2020

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

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

Fail 13 Oct 2020

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Nearside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the cab is impaired mid sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the cab is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the cab is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2019 165,343 miles

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

corrosion starting in various structual and non structual areas

Fail 20 Aug 2019 164,723 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake drum contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced above axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear half shaft has a lot of in/out play

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

corrosion starting in various structual and non structual areas

Pass 29 Aug 2018 153,972 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2018 153,967 miles

Emissions not tested excessive black smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake drum contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 140,440 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play play is on the limit of failure. (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Oil leak ()

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both rear bearings have endfloat (2.6.2)

both rear hub seals leaking

brake pedal rubber worn

clutch pedal rubber worn

fuel breather hose perished

gearbox oil leak

Fail 5 Aug 2017 140,337 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Electrical wiring insecure tow bar cable (1.9.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Power steering component(s) leaking steering rack (2.3.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working both rear (1.1.C.1d)

Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play play is on the limit of failure. (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Oil leak ()

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both rear bearings have endfloat (2.6.2)

both rear hub seals leaking

clutch pedal rubber worn

fuel breather hose perished

gearbox oil leak

Pass 16 Jul 2016 131,103 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 120,818 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 110,606 miles

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 26 Jul 2014 110,310 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

nearside rear brake back plate is damp

Pass 2 Aug 2013 101,008 miles

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 91,575 miles

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 82,641 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 71,905 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 58,665 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

n/s/f tyre wearing on edges.

Fail 26 Sep 2008 22,651 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 22,651 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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BF55 PZV is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 BF55 PZV, 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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BF55 PZV is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 October 2005.

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