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DE05 NBO

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

114,539 mi
Last recorded114,539 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE05 NBO
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 114,539 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 10 May 2024 113,230 miles

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

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

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

n/s and o/s inner sills welded and repaired

Pass 24 Apr 2023 111,186 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CHASSIS TOW BAR AREA (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER AND OUTER SILLS (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CHASSIS TOW BAR AREA (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Fail 21 Apr 2023 111,181 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL HOLED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CHASSIS TOW BAR AREA (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER AND OUTER SILLS (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CHASSIS TOW BAR AREA (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2022 106,661 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 99,996 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2020 95,055 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 86,968 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 79,267 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 71,546 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 62,881 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear Box (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 60,099 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 56,646 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 53,801 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 53,801 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 51,371 miles

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

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

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

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

surface cracks in o/s rear tyre wall

Pass 1 Nov 2010 49,343 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 47,343 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 36,748 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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DE05 NBO is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 DE05 NBO, 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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DE05 NBO is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 4 July 2005.

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