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BK55 EPJ

2005 Ford Transit

Black Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

172,470 mi
Last recorded172,470 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 EPJ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 172,470 miles

Offside Front chassis corroded

Pass 13 Jun 2024 169,917 miles

Nearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security behind pass. seat (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 168,275 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 165,976 miles

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 163,954 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front track rod end slight play close to renewal

Pass 6 Jan 2020 160,694 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 155,773 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 155,522 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 151,958 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016
Pass 6 Aug 2015 138,563 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 129,171 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 123,861 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 116,814 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 112,337 miles

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

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight dampnes to both rear brake bake plates

Pass 16 Sep 2011 110,802 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o/s front tyre close to limet

Pass 15 Sep 2010 106,183 miles

slight corrosion on all metal brake pipes

Pass 16 Sep 2009 98,026 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 71,755 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 71,755 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Oil leak

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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BK55 EPJ is a 2005 Ford Transit in Black with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 BK55 EPJ, 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 BK55 EPJ registered?

BK55 EPJ is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 14 September 2005.

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