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DV55 LBN

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2017
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

211,981 mi
Last recorded211,981 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV55 LBN
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2016 211,981 miles

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' minor scuffing caused by defective wiper blade (8.3.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded above rear axle (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 14 Nov 2016 211,979 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Emissions not tested exhaust system broken preventing emissions test (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer detached (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' minor scuffing caused by defective wiper blade (8.3.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded above rear axle (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 206,114 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged prior to flexy pipe (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

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

Fail 4 Nov 2015 206,113 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure ball joint insecure at axle bracket (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp incorrect bulb fitted (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged prior to flexy pipe (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

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

Pass 27 Sep 2014 199,486 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Sep 2014 199,486 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Sep 2013 193,183 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 193,183 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 176,474 miles

n/s front seat slight movement in back

n/s rear brake slight bind

o/s front wheel bearing noise

Fail 19 Sep 2012 176,438 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

n/s rear brake slight bind

o/s front wheel bearing noise

Pass 23 Sep 2011 163,705 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 163,703 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 151,854 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 151,853 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 139,449 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 106,144 miles

number 1 leek off pipe appears damp

rear tyres wearing edges

How Reliable is the Ford Transit Connect?

Based on 3,622,068 MOT tests across 283,952 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
7,948
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
283,952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 121,813
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 105,772
Stop lamp not working 69,148
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 67,188
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,256
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DV55 LBN is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

Across all 2005 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 102,650 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Transit Connect fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 121,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DV55 LBN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit Connect typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DV55 LBN is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 31 October 2005.

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