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CV55 DZL

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV55 DZL
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2017

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak engine ()

parking brake cables damaged

Fail 24 Aug 2017

Fuel system component leaking from engine (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working side marker (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release 3rd from rear (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak engine ()

parking brake cables damaged

Pass 27 Jul 2016 123,284 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 123,284 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Driving control(s) clutch pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth. (6.8.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside All outline marker lamps not working centre side marker (1.1.B.1c)

Nearside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage bumper end cap (6.1.C.1)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2015 102,235 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 81,003 miles

both steering arms have slight play

oil leak

Fail 8 Jul 2014 81,000 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

both steering arms have slight play

n/s wiper poor

oil leak

power steering level low

Pass 14 Jun 2013 54,733 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 47,344 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 47,344 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 33,817 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 33,817 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Nearside Emergency exit door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 22,270 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 22,270 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Oct 2009
Pass 4 Nov 2008
Pass 5 Nov 2007
Pass 3 Nov 2006 22,237 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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CV55 DZL is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 CV55 DZL, 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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CV55 DZL is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 November 2005.

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