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DX55 DFN

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

121,802 mi
Last recorded121,802 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 DFN
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 121,802 miles

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wheel arch corrded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2025 118,155 miles

Nearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 115,588 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 113,773 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 111,320 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 172,605 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 107,760 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 105,774 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 103,602 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 103,598 miles

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

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner step (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner step (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a))

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 120,865 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 120,851 miles

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

Rear position lamp(s) not working marker lights (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 103,903 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 103,900 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 90,457 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2015 90,455 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2014 74,824 miles

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Fail 18 Feb 2013 58,149 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 58,149 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 42,190 miles

n/s/f lower suspension arm rear bush split but not excessive movement

Fail 20 Jan 2012 42,188 miles

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

n/s/f lower suspension arm rear bush split but not excessive movement

Pass 15 Sep 2010 39,741 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 33,929 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 29,560 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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DX55 DFN is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DX55 DFN, 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 DX55 DFN registered?

DX55 DFN is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is DX55 DFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX55 DFN shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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