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EF05 NEO

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

65,356 mi
Last recorded65,356 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 NEO
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 65,356 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 64,865 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 64,159 miles

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Rear fluid leak on brake drum

Pass 2 Jun 2023 63,649 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 62,877 miles

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 62,873 miles

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 62,842 miles

Offside Rear fluid leak on brake drum

Pass 13 Dec 2018 61,971 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 61,542 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 61,165 miles

Oil leak ()

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 60,750 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 60,402 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 59,060 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 58,428 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 56,732 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2011 56,732 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2010 55,923 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 55,923 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Nov 2009 54,813 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly worn (3.5.1g)

Nearside Outer Front Seat belt slight fluffing or fraying (5.1.B.3b)

Offside Outer Rear Seat belt slight fluffing or fraying (5.1.B.3b)

n/s/f tyre weathering/cracking from wall to tread advise to change

o/s/f tyre weathering/cracking in tread advise to change

Pass 4 Dec 2008 48,120 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 35,977 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 15,021 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (6.1.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 15,021 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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EF05 NEO is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 EF05 NEO, 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 EF05 NEO registered?

EF05 NEO is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is EF05 NEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF05 NEO shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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