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DV05 LXF

2005 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

397,195 mi
Last recorded397,195 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2012
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV05 LXF
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2012 397,195 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 376,892 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 354,003 miles

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

brake pedal rubber worn

drivers wiper spindle worn

Fail 26 Nov 2010 354,003 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

brake pedal rubber worn

drivers wiper spindle worn

Pass 27 Nov 2009 319,570 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

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

nearside mirror cracked

offside rear tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 28 Nov 2008 264,319 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 181,255 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2006 106,195 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 LXF is a 2005 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LXF, 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.

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What year was DV05 LXF registered?

DV05 LXF is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 26 April 2005.

Is DV05 LXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV05 LXF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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