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BT05 CEK

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2021
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

159,897 mi
Last recorded159,897 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 CEK
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2020 159,897 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 159,895 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 147,870 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 141,151 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 141,151 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking filler (7.2.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 133,680 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 133,680 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 126,003 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear bumper both end caps missing

slight corrosion n/s/r outer sill

Fail 20 Jun 2015 126,003 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear bumper both end caps missing

slight corrosion n/s/r outer sill

Pass 30 May 2014 116,350 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 116,350 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 31 May 2013 106,925 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 106,925 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 95,966 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 95,966 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

chip in windscreen

nearsaide rear tyre worn on edges

offside rear tyre heavily worn on edges

Pass 19 Jan 2011 70,537 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 49,550 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 26,428 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 26,428 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 5 Feb 2008 11,621 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Feb 2008 11,621 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 CEK is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CEK, 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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BT05 CEK is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 27 June 2005.

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