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DS05 TXZ

2005 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

166,720 mi
Last recorded166,720 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS05 TXZ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2023 166,720 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2022 162,736 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres slightly scrubbed inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear axle beam brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 155,661 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 155,647 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulbs fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting Nearside front chassis leg (front inner holed ) (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Chassis rail next to leaf spring - various holes along chassis lenght (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Cross member holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear axle beam brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 150,854 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 145,126 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear both (1.1.11 (c))

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower rear pin bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

both rear inner sills corroded

Pass 11 Sep 2017 138,131 miles

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

Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sills both sides (6.1.B.2)

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

Oil leak ()

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 130,990 miles

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 125,023 miles

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

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

outer sills corroded

Pass 26 Aug 2014 116,875 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2013 108,323 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 98,589 miles

both front tyres wearing badly on inner edges

Pass 5 Aug 2011 90,309 miles

o/s wiper blade torn

Pass 17 Aug 2010 71,627 miles

Oil leak timing chain cover/front crank oil seal

handbrake cables loose in backplate

handbrake out of adjustment in drums

nearside side door rear center bearing u/s

Pass 22 Aug 2009 54,237 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 39,222 miles

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 TXZ is a 2005 Ford Transit in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 TXZ, 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 TXZ registered?

DS05 TXZ is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 23 August 2005.

Is DS05 TXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS05 TXZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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