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EA05 XVW

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

182,972 mi
Last recorded182,972 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA05 XVW
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 182,972 miles

Central Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill, front to rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Strut tower (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill, front to rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Strut tower (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Underside body corroded

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

Pass 31 Oct 2024 188,563 miles

surface corrosion to underside of vehicle front to rear and prescribed areas

Pass 17 Nov 2023 180,000 miles

slight surface corrosion to underneath of vehicle

Pass 21 Oct 2022 171,786 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Oct 2022 171,786 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid topped up fluid working (3.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 165,289 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 162,161 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 158,425 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 156,483 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 153,253 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides corroded on sills and inner sills (2.4.A.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 147,879 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2016 147,879 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2015 139,860 miles

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

Offside Rear nail in tyre tread

Fail 7 Aug 2015 139,860 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking top engine inj (7.2.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

Offside Rear nail in tyre tread

Pass 4 Aug 2014 133,320 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre worn tread uneven

Pass 26 Jul 2013 123,509 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 110,793 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 3 Aug 2012 110,793 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 98,702 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 98,702 miles

Centre Front Lower Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 85,045 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2009 69,636 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 56,214 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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EA05 XVW is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 EA05 XVW, 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 EA05 XVW registered?

EA05 XVW is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is EA05 XVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA05 XVW shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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