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EK05 HFA

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

151,999 mi
Last recorded151,999 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK05 HFA
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 20 Nov 2018 151,999 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Cab steps insecure corrosion (6.2.8 (a) (i))

Offside Cab steps insecure (6.2.8 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 146,895 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

corrosion to nearside and offside front inner inner wheel arches

corrosion to nearside and offside rear chassis rails

corrosion to nearside and offside sills at front

corrosion to nearside rear lower body

Pass 16 Nov 2016 140,947 miles

Both front coil springs slightly corroded

Both rear tyre valves slightly deteriorated

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar link thread bent

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 16 Nov 2016 140,947 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Both front coil springs slightly corroded

Both rear tyre valves slightly deteriorated

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar link thread bent

Nearside Front Tyre valve slightly deteriorated

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2015 134,749 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Fail 17 Nov 2015 134,749 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill, inner and outer (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill, inner and outer (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2014 128,544 miles

offsiide inner sill corroded

outer sills corroded

Fail 19 Nov 2014 128,544 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

offsiide inner sill corroded

outer sills corroded

Pass 21 Nov 2013 120,897 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 113,513 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2011 106,111 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 97,637 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 97,637 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2009 90,806 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 82,827 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 63,028 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 63,028 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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 HFA is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 EK05 HFA, 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 HFA registered?

EK05 HFA is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 24 March 2005.

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