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BT05 FYR

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

128,538 mi
Last recorded128,538 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 FYR
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2019 128,538 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

both inner sills corroded

Pass 5 Sep 2017 123,071 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Offside Rear chassis leg swollen/fractured

different sized tyres fitted too axles

exhaust system/ outer skin deteriorated

power steering notchey on idle tick over

rear bump stops missing

rear step corroded / holed

Fail 30 Aug 2017 123,066 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Passenger's seat insecure restraining straps disconnected (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Offside Rear chassis leg swollen/fractured

different sized tyres fitted too axles

exhaust system/ outer skin deteriorated

power steering notchey on idle tick over

rear bump stops missing

rear step corroded / holed

Pass 8 Jul 2016 114,301 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 114,301 miles

Offside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 108,656 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 108,656 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2014 105,245 miles

All brake pipes oil'd/greased

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust system corroded/deteriorated

Pass 17 Dec 2013 96,089 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

brake pipes greased

exhaust system slightly deteriorated

Pass 18 Dec 2012 86,410 miles

front suspension springs corroded

o/s rear tyre worn inner edge

Pass 21 Dec 2011 77,205 miles

front suspension springs corroded

o/s rear tyre worn inner edge

Pass 16 Dec 2010 68,803 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

o/s front steering rack end/arm slight play

rear brake application/release on limit of requirement recommend rear brake inspection/adjustment

Pass 16 Dec 2009 60,074 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front coil spring slightly corroded (2.4.C.1b)

n/s front wheel slight roughness when rotated

steering rack /ends slight play

Pass 16 Dec 2008 46,408 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 31,154 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 20,361 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly worn (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc slightly worn (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 8,542 miles

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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BT05 FYR is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 BT05 FYR, 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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BT05 FYR is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is BT05 FYR safe to buy?

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