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BG55 XOS

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

193,788 mi
Last recorded193,788 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2018 193,788 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2017 109,748 miles

Body has slight corrosion all (6.1.B.2)

Central Brake pipe modified but not seriously weakened middle (3.6.A.3)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2015 102,393 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 3 Nov 2015 102,392 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 94,186 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 2 Nov 2013 87,374 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2012 81,131 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 71,133 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 60,384 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 48,561 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 48,561 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 36,201 miles

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 XOS 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 83.3%.

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 BG55 XOS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG55 XOS registered?

BG55 XOS is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 29 November 2005.

Is BG55 XOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG55 XOS shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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