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BL05 XOP

2005 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

159,983 mi
Last recorded159,983 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL05 XOP
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 159,983 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2025 159,191 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2024 158,840 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 148,651 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 136,394 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 122,632 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 116,096 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 110,731 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 95,548 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 82,484 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 69,967 miles

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

Nearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 69,967 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 52,667 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 44,632 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 37,970 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 29,139 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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BL05 XOP is a 2005 Ford Transit in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BL05 XOP, 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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What year was BL05 XOP registered?

BL05 XOP is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 8 August 2005.

Is BL05 XOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL05 XOP shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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