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BU05 FWX

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

142,686 mi
Last recorded142,686 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 FWX
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2017 142,686 miles

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

Front bumper has slight damage

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear door has slight damage

Pass 7 May 2016 141,385 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 May 2015 139,256 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 138,034 miles

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

nearside rear axel has slight oil leak

slight oil leak

Pass 3 May 2013 35,415 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak

oil leak on n/s rear backing plate from hub seal

Fail 3 May 2013 35,404 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

both rear half shaft seals damp

front brake discs corroded on inner face

front wipers smear windscreen

slight movement in both rear wheel bearings

Pass 30 Apr 2012 33,876 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 33,037 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

all four rear tyres perishing/ cracking slightly

both front wiper blades smeering screen slightly

Pass 10 Mar 2010 31,241 miles

Front brake disc slightly worn (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 26,396 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 20,008 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 13,847 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 7,456 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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BU05 FWX is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BU05 FWX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU05 FWX registered?

BU05 FWX is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is BU05 FWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 FWX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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