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BN05 UGB

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

131,658 mi
Last recorded131,658 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 UGB
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 131,658 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 18 Jul 2025 131,658 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2024 130,485 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2024 130,485 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 129,034 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2023 129,034 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jun 2022 128,356 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2021 127,544 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 127,358 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2020 127,358 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2019 125,994 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2018 124,004 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 122,355 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2016 120,393 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2016 120,393 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2014 118,729 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 109,135 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2014 109,134 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 92,448 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 75,786 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2011 75,786 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 59,298 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 42,710 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 33,438 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 33,438 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

near-side front tyre - worn to excess

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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BN05 UGB is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 BN05 UGB, 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.

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BN05 UGB is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 26 May 2005.

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