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CP05 VUX

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2018
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

184,517 mi
Last recorded184,517 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP05 VUX
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2017 184,517 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 180,933 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 180,933 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 167,680 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2015 166,970 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

play in steering rack inner joints (tie rod)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 155,084 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2013 155,080 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 149,689 miles

brake warning lamp on

Fail 16 Nov 2012 149,687 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

brake warning lamp on

Pass 21 Nov 2011 139,299 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 139,299 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 122,099 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2010 122,099 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2009 96,622 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 96,622 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2008 79,474 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2008 79,474 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

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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CP05 VUX is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

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

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 CP05 VUX, 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 CP05 VUX registered?

CP05 VUX is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is CP05 VUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP05 VUX shows 17 tests with a 52.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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