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DS05 AXJ

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

81,879 mi
Last recorded81,879 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS05 AXJ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2019 81,879 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 81,478 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 80,657 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 78,605 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 20 Apr 2016 78,601 miles

Centre Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor section (5.2.6)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2014

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 76,938 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 71,873 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 71,823 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 60,881 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 60,879 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 50,008 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 38,892 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 38,863 miles

Offside Outer Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

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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DS05 AXJ is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DS05 AXJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DS05 AXJ registered?

DS05 AXJ is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is DS05 AXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS05 AXJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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