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BG05 MLX

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

114,231 mi
Last recorded114,231 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 MLX
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 114,231 miles

has general corrosion, chassis & body

Pass 11 Aug 2016 109,581 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion inner seal (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion seal (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer seal (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

both rear tyres have age related cracking but not to cords.

Pass 7 Aug 2015 103,441 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 103,441 miles

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 94,861 miles

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

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 5 Sep 2013 87,858 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 87,858 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 83,850 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 79,877 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2011 79,877 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 75,586 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 52,372 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2010 52,372 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 11 May 2009 46,525 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2008 36,548 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 36,548 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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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BG05 MLX is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BG05 MLX, 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 BG05 MLX registered?

BG05 MLX is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 28 April 2005.

Is BG05 MLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 MLX shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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