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EF05 YBG

2005 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

79,342 mi
Last recorded79,342 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 YBG
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 79,342 miles

corrosion o/s sill/step box

Pass 5 Sep 2024 78,198 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 76,073 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 73,665 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 72,809 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2020 72,336 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2019 72,046 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 68,753 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 65,939 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 63,139 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 59,294 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 55,300 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 49,070 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 42,489 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 32,807 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 31,970 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 31,966 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 26,669 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 20,693 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 14,183 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 YBG is a 2005 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 YBG, 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 YBG registered?

EF05 YBG is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is EF05 YBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF05 YBG shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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