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CW55 AVU

2005 Ford Transit

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2016
Tests13 (6 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate46.2%

Mileage

113,964 mi
Last recorded113,964 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW55 AVU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2015 113,964 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 113,935 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner & outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Speedometer clearly inoperative (6.7.2)

Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

Fail 7 Oct 2015 113,469 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 101,400 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 101,400 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2013 93,767 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 26 Sep 2013 93,767 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 15 Sep 2012 78,755 miles

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

Studded tyres fitted on front axle

Pass 15 Sep 2012 78,755 miles

Studded tyres fitted on front axle

Fail 13 Sep 2011 64,127 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 64,127 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 60,466 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 60,122 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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CW55 AVU is a 2005 Ford Transit in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 46.2%.

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 CW55 AVU, 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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What year was CW55 AVU registered?

CW55 AVU is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is CW55 AVU safe to buy?

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