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DS05 FRJ

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi
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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2017

Nearside Front corrosion

Offside Front corrosion

Pass 2 Oct 2015 228,787 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 209,772 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 180,962 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2013 180,962 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 157,544 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 121,806 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Dec 2010 86,489 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight end float both rear half shafts

Pass 10 Dec 2009 62,438 miles

screw in n/s/r tyre

slight end float both sides rear shafts

slight play rack both sides

Fail 9 Dec 2009 62,431 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

screw in n/s/r tyre

slight end float both sides rear shafts

slight play rack both sides

Pass 2 Sep 2009 62,158 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

offside front and offside rear wheel bearings slightly rough

Fail 2 Sep 2009 62,158 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

offside front and offside rear wheel bearings slightly rough

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 FRJ is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FRJ, 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 FRJ registered?

DS05 FRJ is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 12 July 2005.

Is DS05 FRJ safe to buy?

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