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EA05 XZB

2005 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

190,172 mi
Last recorded190,172 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA05 XZB
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 12 Mar 2019 190,172 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury sills (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting inner wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Cab steps so insecure it is likely to cause injury (6.2.8 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury inner sills (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting inner wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Cab steps so insecure it is likely to cause injury (6.2.8 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 186,363 miles

Offside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

underbody corroded

Pass 24 Jun 2017 183,521 miles

Rear underbody corroded

Fail 14 Jun 2017 183,318 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded leaf (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front leaf (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear leaf (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 176,738 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2016 176,222 miles

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

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

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded leaf spring shackle pin rear (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2015 151,733 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 151,733 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 140,031 miles

nearside door slam corroded

nearside rear sill corroded

Pass 5 Jun 2013 126,787 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 113,888 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2011 103,636 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 103,636 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 89,110 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 69,431 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 69,431 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 50,930 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 XZB is a 2005 Ford Transit in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 EA05 XZB, 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 EA05 XZB registered?

EA05 XZB is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 16 June 2005.

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