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CX05 YVA

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

229,181 mi
Last recorded229,181 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX05 YVA
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2023 229,181 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 220,247 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both headlamps uv faded (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 May 2021 212,232 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 198,936 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2020 198,805 miles

Central Rear Spare wheel carrier fractured (6.1.5 (a))

Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated with grease from driveshaft. (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt leaking grease. (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted end cap missing .sharp edges. (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired crossmember has repairs at either end that haven't been continuously welded around full patches. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low tried to adjust but reflector not connected and loose. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corrode within 30 cm of seat mounting. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear brake pipe under drivers side floor. (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level brake lamp. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2019 190,390 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 190,390 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 May 2018 182,529 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 173,844 miles

front exhaust flex leaking

near side front tyre worn out side

off side rear tyre cracked in side

Fail 26 Apr 2017 173,844 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front exhaust flex leaking

near side front tyre worn out side

off side rear tyre cracked in side

Pass 13 May 2016 171,317 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 167,557 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 167,557 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

Oil leak

Pass 31 Mar 2014 162,867 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 150,908 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 132,835 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 115,501 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 97,501 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 77,801 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 57,736 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Transit Connect?

Based on 3,622,068 MOT tests across 283,952 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
7,948
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
283,952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 121,813
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 105,772
Stop lamp not working 69,148
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 67,188
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,256
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CX05 YVA is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 102,650 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit Connect fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 121,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CX05 YVA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit Connect typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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CX05 YVA is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 30 March 2005.

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