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BU05 MKP

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

63,843 mi
Last recorded63,843 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 MKP
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 63,843 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 60,476 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 57,516 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 54,424 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 51,185 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 48,098 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 45,280 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 41,738 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2018 41,738 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 37,444 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 37,444 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 35,888 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015

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

Pass 31 Mar 2014

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

crack on all 6 tyres not down too cords

Pass 25 Mar 2013
Pass 26 Mar 2012
Pass 11 Mar 2011 2,717 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 24,507 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 20,912 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 20,783 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 MKP is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 MKP, 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

How do I check the history of BU05 MKP?

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What year was BU05 MKP registered?

BU05 MKP is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is BU05 MKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 MKP shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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