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BG55 FHP

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

198,484 mi
Last recorded198,484 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 FHP
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 10 Dec 2016 198,484 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings foot step/floor pan (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill at multiple points (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill at multiple points (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill at multiple points (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill at multiple points (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings cross member (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx. 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Oct 2015 190,015 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joints

Pass 22 Oct 2014 176,614 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 20 Oct 2014 176,614 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 166,772 miles

n/s door step holed

Fail 14 Oct 2013 166,767 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

n/s door step holed

Pass 18 Oct 2012 161,281 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2011 155,483 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 155,473 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 122,931 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 91,047 miles

slight play o/s end of steering rack

Pass 11 Sep 2008 60,533 miles

Handbrake lever sits high when applied

O/S/F inner track rod has slight wear

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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BG55 FHP is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BG55 FHP, 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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BG55 FHP is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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