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EF05 YBN

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,210 mi
Last recorded138,210 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 YBN
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2018 138,210 miles

Front coil spring corroded both sides of vehicle (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened both sides of vehicle (2.4.B.1a)

Fail 26 Apr 2018 138,210 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides of vehicle (8.2.2)

Front coil spring corroded both sides of vehicle (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened both sides of vehicle (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 135,288 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 135,288 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

oil leak

Pass 14 Jan 2016 127,215 miles

brake pedal anti slip condition

engine covers fitted and/or under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

screen damage

wheel trims fitted

Fail 14 Jan 2016 127,215 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

brake pedal anti slip condition

engine covers fitted and/or under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

screen damage

wheel trims fitted

Fail 12 Feb 2015 121,059 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 121,059 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 116,047 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2014 116,047 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 108,853 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 103,443 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 97,800 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 96,434 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 95,454 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Transit Connect?

Based on 3,622,068 MOT tests across 283,952 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
7,948
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
283,952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 121,813
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 105,772
Stop lamp not working 69,148
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 67,188
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,256
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EF05 YBN is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 102,650 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit Connect fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 121,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EF05 YBN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit Connect typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EF05 YBN registered?

EF05 YBN is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 22 June 2005.

Is EF05 YBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF05 YBN shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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