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BT05 BYU

2005 Ford Transit Connect

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,632 mi
Last recorded60,632 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 BYU
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 19 May 2026 60,632 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 59,802 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 58,861 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 57,540 miles

reverse lights not working

Pass 30 May 2022 56,829 miles

Power steering close to minimum mark fluid low (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

reverse lights not working

Pass 26 May 2021 55,704 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 54,607 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread laminate deteriorating (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 May 2019 53,474 miles

Offside Front drivers window in the open postion will not operate and close

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread laminate lifting (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 May 2018 51,822 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 48,968 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 44,929 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 41,105 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 37,535 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 34,861 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 31,125 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 25,442 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

small cracks in both rear tyre sidewalls

Pass 19 May 2010 20,856 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 15,887 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 10,576 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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BT05 BYU is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BT05 BYU, 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 BT05 BYU registered?

BT05 BYU is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 9 June 2005.

Is BT05 BYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT05 BYU shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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