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EK05 VCU

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

168,370 mi
Last recorded168,370 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK05 VCU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Fail 12 Feb 2018 168,370 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Spare tyre defective ()

n/s/f body panel damaged

o/s lower body panel damaged

o/s/r+n/s/r driveshaft shown some endfloat

Pass 10 Mar 2017 162,878 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 160,301 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2015 157,773 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 150,769 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 146,516 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 135,561 miles

offside front tyre worn on edges

Pass 25 Mar 2010 128,280 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 118,653 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 105,406 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 VCU is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VCU, 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 VCU registered?

EK05 VCU is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is EK05 VCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK05 VCU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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