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BG05 PSX

2005 Ford Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

208,695 mi
Last recorded208,695 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2015
Typical for 2005 Ford Connect103,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 PSX
MakeFord
ModelConnect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2015 208,695 miles

both front lower arm balljoints have slight play

both inner and outer sills have slight corrosion

n/s sill panel has body filler , cannot fully examine condition

rear engine mount (to subframe) worn

slight oil leak

Fail 13 Jan 2014 205,369 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 205,369 miles

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

Pass 24 Dec 2012 178,008 miles

center metal brake pipe coroded

coolant leak from thermostat housing

nearside rear metal brake pipe coroded

Pass 8 Dec 2011 148,926 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

windscreen damaged (outside swept area)

Fail 7 Dec 2011 148,891 miles

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

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

windscreen damaged (outside swept area)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 123,169 miles

nearside windowscreen cracked

Fail 20 Nov 2009 96,926 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

nsr bumper corner missing

osr bumper corner missing

Pass 20 Nov 2009 96,926 miles

nsr bumper corner missing

osr bumper corner missing

Pass 22 Aug 2008 65,867 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 65,860 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 65,860 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Connect?

Based on 7,482 MOT tests across 431 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
7,366
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
431
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 296
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 274
Brake pipe excessively corroded 175
Stop lamp not working 166
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 154
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BG05 PSX is a 2005 Ford Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Ford Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 103,416 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 Connect fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 296 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG05 PSX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Connect typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Connect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG05 PSX registered?

BG05 PSX is a 2005 Ford Connect, first registered on 23 June 2005.

Is BG05 PSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 PSX shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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