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EK05 GYS

2005 Ford Transit

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

299,998 mi
Last recorded299,998 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK05 GYS
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2024 299,998 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside cover in sealant (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2023 254,690 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

underbody corroded and covered in sealants

Fail 11 Oct 2023 254,690 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine oil filter lose (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underbody corroded and covered in sealants

Pass 29 Nov 2022 209,829 miles

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

both inner and outer sills covered in sealants

chassis corroded

underbody corroded

Pass 9 Apr 2019 206,917 miles

corrosion on sills and vehicle underbody

Pass 7 Apr 2018 201,140 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 198,435 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 178,810 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 159,286 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 141,429 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 130,764 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011
Pass 24 Apr 2010 96,589 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 77,789 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEAARING LOW.

FRONT BRAKE PADS WEARING LOW.

REAR NUMBER PLATE DETERIORATING.

Pass 26 Apr 2008 61,032 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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EK05 GYS is a 2005 Ford Transit in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 EK05 GYS, 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 EK05 GYS registered?

EK05 GYS is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is EK05 GYS safe to buy?

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