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BV55 YJY

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

121,973 mi
Last recorded121,973 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV55 YJY
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 121,973 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

underside excessively coated in underseal

Pass 30 Dec 2024 121,164 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

underside of vehicle excessively coated in underseal

Pass 16 Nov 2023 118,573 miles

vehicle undersealed

Fail 9 Nov 2023 118,562 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 112,372 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 5 Dec 2022 112,372 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 110,396 miles

Nearside Front Tyre close to ten years old (5.2.3 (m))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play And end float (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Slight corrision

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play And end float (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2021 110,383 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle Side door (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre close to ten years old (5.2.3 (m))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play And end float (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Steering rack joint play (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Slight corrision

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play And end float (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 107,743 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) investigation recommend ()

end float in near and off side rear half shafts investigation recommend

Pass 25 Jun 2018 103,190 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 103,152 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 101,073 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 100,993 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 100,968 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 91,477 miles

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

both front discs corroded

Pass 12 Jul 2012 84,409 miles

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

oil leak from engine.

Pass 8 Jul 2011 68,802 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 64,888 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 58,830 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 41,557 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 35,241 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 14,615 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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BV55 YJY is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 BV55 YJY, 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 BV55 YJY registered?

BV55 YJY is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 6 September 2005.

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