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DY05 CUJ

2005 Ford Transit

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2022
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

108,616 mi
Last recorded108,616 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY05 CUJ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2021 108,616 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

all underneath has corrosion in numerous places

Fail 23 Sep 2021 102,715 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear spring mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 97,160 miles

Upper stop lamp 3/4 working

both front coil springs corroded

slight exhaust blow

underside corrosion

Fail 22 Sep 2020 97,160 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Upper stop lamp 3/4 working

both front coil springs corroded

slight exhaust blow

underside corrosion

Fail 14 Aug 2020 97,156 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general corrosion to underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 92,550 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2019 92,550 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 92,524 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

engine oil leak ?

Fail 2 Oct 2018 92,524 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

engine oil leak ?

Pass 5 Sep 2017 193,143 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

all brake pipes coated with grease unable to fully inspect

Pass 3 Jul 2016 187,741 miles

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

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

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

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

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

oil leak

Fail 30 Jun 2016 187,741 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings door step (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner and outer sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings door step (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner and outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit attachment corroded and seriously weakened bump stop (2.4.F.1c)

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

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

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

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

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

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

oil leak

Pass 27 May 2015 56,589 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 27 May 2015 56,589 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 27 Mar 2014 147,673 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2013 143,913 miles

advise front number plate

advise front pads and discs

advise windscreen

Fail 29 Mar 2013 143,913 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

advise front number plate

advise front pads and discs

advise windscreen

Pass 28 Mar 2012 139,440 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 139,440 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 14 May 2009 114,327 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 71,910 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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DY05 CUJ is a 2005 Ford Transit in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 DY05 CUJ, 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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DY05 CUJ is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 27 May 2005.

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