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BK55 FYG

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 FYG
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 14 Oct 2019

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch round spring top (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside 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 inner spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal multiple places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2018

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Oct 2018

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2017

both front door steps corroded

Pass 9 Jul 2016 241,694 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 239,450 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 139,385 miles

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

both outer sills corroded

Fail 12 Sep 2014 139,385 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

both outer sills corroded

Pass 10 Aug 2013 123,376 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

exhaust sytem slight corrosion

Pass 9 Aug 2012 94,673 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 94,673 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 88,830 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 76,805 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2009 63,549 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 63,549 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 27 Sep 2008 48,807 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2008 48,807 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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BK55 FYG is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 BK55 FYG, 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 FYG registered?

BK55 FYG is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 29 September 2005.

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