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BG05 TLX

2005 Ford Tourneo Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2020
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

168,138 mi
Last recorded168,138 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Tourneo Connect109,933 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 TLX
MakeFord
ModelTourneo Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2019 168,138 miles

front to rear brake pipes corroded

headlight deteriorating

Fail 11 Jun 2019 168,137 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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front to rear brake pipes corroded

headlight deteriorating

Pass 5 Jun 2018 155,052 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 5 Jun 2018 155,052 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 May 2017 147,136 miles

interia mirror missing

Pass 3 Jun 2016 142,757 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 132,813 miles

f/r metal brake pipes corroding

steering rack damp

Pass 9 Jun 2014 123,003 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 5 Jun 2014 123,003 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 24 May 2013 110,877 miles

Front tyres wearing uneven

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2013 110,877 miles

Front tyres wearing uneven

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 31 May 2012 104,450 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 104,450 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 31 May 2011 96,053 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

centre passenger seat belt locking mechanism cover missing not effecting locking of buckle

slight brake bind to o/s/r brake when rotated by hand not effecting brake performance on roller brake test.

slight wear to o/s steering rack

Pass 31 May 2011 96,053 miles

centre passenger seat belt locking mechanism cover missing not effecting locking of buckle

slight brake bind to o/s/r brake when rotated by hand not effecting brake performance on roller brake test.

slight wear to o/s steering rack

Pass 16 Jun 2010 90,118 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 90,118 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2009 75,037 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2009 75,037 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2008 65,890 miles

engine oil level low

windscreen damaged

How Reliable is the Ford Tourneo Connect?

Based on 113,872 MOT tests across 15,797 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
7,161
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
15,797
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 558
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 515
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BG05 TLX is a 2005 Ford Tourneo Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2005 Ford Tourneo Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 109,933 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 Tourneo Connect fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 558 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG05 TLX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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BG05 TLX is a 2005 Ford Tourneo Connect, first registered on 10 May 2005.

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