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DK05 GWM

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

170,010 mi
Last recorded170,010 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 GWM
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 170,010 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Offside back door not opening

Fail 13 Aug 2026 170,010 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Brake insecure hand brake cable insecure (1.1.21 (c))

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

Offside back door not opening

Pass 3 Dec 2016 167,809 miles

Exhaust system corroded

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

Pass 5 Dec 2015 153,100 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 131,870 miles

nsr/osr sill coverd by filler cant see tue repair propaly

Pass 12 Dec 2013 124,169 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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DK05 GWM is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DK05 GWM, 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 DK05 GWM registered?

DK05 GWM is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 22 August 2005.

Is DK05 GWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK05 GWM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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