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EJ55 VGU

2005 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2022
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

132,328 mi
Last recorded132,328 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ55 VGU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Fail 16 Nov 2022 132,328 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength by spring mounting inner/ outer sill and out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger by rear spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced step and inner wing sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger by sprig mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength nearside and offside floor and inner wings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 125,265 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

chassis slightly corroded

Fail 9 Dec 2021 125,265 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring main leaf fractured (5.3.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

chassis slightly corroded

Pass 22 Dec 2020 117,853 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced engine mount area corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2020 117,848 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sil area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sil area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced engine mount area corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 109,216 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Nov 2019 109,188 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both leaf spring mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front inner sill corroded

Pass 19 Nov 2018 93,685 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside inner door sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 77,405 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 20 Nov 2017 77,354 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 71,310 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 71,308 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Outer Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion sill corroded (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Nov 2015 63,664 miles

o/s/f tyre wear on inner edge

Fail 20 Nov 2015 63,664 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth both rubber (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

o/s/f tyre wear on inner edge

Pass 4 Nov 2014 59,168 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 54,857 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2013 54,857 miles

Centre Lower Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 51,166 miles

Nearside Outer Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 23 Nov 2011 40,838 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 31,583 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 31,413 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 24 Nov 2009 23,366 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 23,366 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 16,805 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 8,921 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 5,475 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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EJ55 VGU is a 2005 Ford Transit in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 EJ55 VGU, 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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EJ55 VGU is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 November 2005.

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