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DE55 BTY

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

111,019 mi
Last recorded111,019 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2015
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 BTY
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2015 111,019 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 108,079 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 105,080 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 101,123 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 96,315 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 90,784 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 84,193 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2009 84,171 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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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DE55 BTY is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DE55 BTY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DE55 BTY registered?

DE55 BTY is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 2 November 2005.

Is DE55 BTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE55 BTY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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