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BL55 FDU

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

141,308 mi
Last recorded141,308 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2014
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL55 FDU
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2014 141,308 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2014 141,308 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2013 126,799 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2012 122,224 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 110,172 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 95,750 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 86,156 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 75,859 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Transit Connect?

Based on 3,622,068 MOT tests across 283,952 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
7,948
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
283,952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 121,813
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 105,772
Stop lamp not working 69,148
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 67,188
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,256
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BL55 FDU is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2005 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 102,650 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit Connect fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 121,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BL55 FDU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit Connect typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BL55 FDU registered?

BL55 FDU is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is BL55 FDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL55 FDU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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