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DV05 LUE

2005 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

143,285 mi
Last recorded143,285 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV05 LUE
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2025 143,285 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear fog light light not as bright as expected

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

underside has been heavily wax oiled in parts

Fail 11 Mar 2025 143,285 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear fog light light not as bright as expected

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

underside has been heavily wax oiled in parts

Pass 12 Oct 2023 295,343 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 292,353 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 291,310 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 287,720 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 283,187 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 276,504 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 270,729 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 264,878 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 256,946 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 250,115 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 23,750 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 190,533 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 136,768 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 77,730 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2009 77,730 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2009 77,178 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2007 54,242 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 44,797 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 33,145 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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DV05 LUE is a 2005 Ford Transit in Silver with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 DV05 LUE, 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 DV05 LUE registered?

DV05 LUE is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 27 April 2005.

Is DV05 LUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV05 LUE shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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