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EF55 NZE

2005 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

152,787 mi
Last recorded152,787 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF55 NZE
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 152,787 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

general age related corrosion

Pass 30 Jun 2025 146,334 miles

GENERAL UNDER BODY CORROSION

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 134,964 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 12 Mar 2024 134,964 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2022 117,196 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2022 117,196 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Dec 2022 117,282 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking Night heater pipes (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 92,202 miles

Handbrake on minimum requirements

Nearside Rear Inner Fluid leak, but not excessive Backing plate (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Fluid leak, but not excessive Backing plate (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2021 92,202 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Handbrake on minimum requirements

Nearside Rear Inner Fluid leak, but not excessive Backing plate (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Fluid leak, but not excessive Backing plate (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 70,549 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 63,870 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 62,831 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 61,569 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 60,874 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 59,992 miles

Front surface corrosion of steel brake pipes

Offside Front tyre has minor side wall damage

Offside Front tyre worn inner edge

Offside Rear Inner tyre has minor damage to side wall

Offside Rear shock has misting of oil

Pass 6 Nov 2014 58,231 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 54,204 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 54,204 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 49,068 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 42,690 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 36,010 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 31,836 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 24,119 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 21,465 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 14,487 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 5,603 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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EF55 NZE is a 2005 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 EF55 NZE, 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 EF55 NZE registered?

EF55 NZE is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is EF55 NZE safe to buy?

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