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BG55 FKF

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2021
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

166,054 mi
Last recorded166,054 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Fail 14 Sep 2021 166,054 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner step holed within 30 cm of seat mounting (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at rear leaf spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner support panel at leaf spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at rear leaf spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner support panel at leaf spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

oil level at minimum

Pass 28 Aug 2020 164,037 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 163,694 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2019 163,677 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength box section at rear spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength box section at rear spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

offside front inner sill holed (outwith prescribed area)

Pass 1 Nov 2018 162,099 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both side inner/outer section (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both side inner section (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2018 162,085 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both side inner/outer section (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both side inner section (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2016 156,731 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 168,294 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 154,390 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

brake anti slip worn from corner.

Pass 5 Oct 2013 142,382 miles

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

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

brake pedal anti slip device slightly worn

Fail 4 Oct 2013 142,376 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

brake pedal anti slip device slightly worn

Pass 11 Oct 2012 130,134 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2011 118,752 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

nearside front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

Fail 17 Sep 2010 111,888 miles

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

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

poss rear brake service req

Pass 17 Sep 2010 111,888 miles

poss rear brake service req

Pass 28 Sep 2009 96,143 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2009 96,143 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2008 82,668 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 82,668 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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 FKF is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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

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