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DV55 XBH

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

190,529 mi
Last recorded190,529 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2013
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV55 XBH
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 Feb 2013 190,529 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight imballance rear near side recomend brakes checked

Pass 22 Feb 2013 190,529 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight imballance rear near side recomend brakes checked

Pass 14 Feb 2012 160,052 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

towbar plug damaged so electrics not tested

Fail 8 Feb 2012 159,263 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

towbar plug damaged so electrics not tested

Pass 10 Nov 2010 130,133 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Dec 2009 127,748 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2008 98,547 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 Dec 2008 98,547 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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DV55 XBH is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DV55 XBH, 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 DV55 XBH registered?

DV55 XBH is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is DV55 XBH safe to buy?

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