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EK55 BPE

2005 Ford Transit

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

113,743 mi
Last recorded113,743 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK55 BPE
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2019 113,743 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 111,147 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 110,023 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 110,022 miles

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

Fuel tank insecure bolt on securing strap almost out (7.2.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Sep 2016 108,570 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 108,570 miles

Stop lamp not working o/s (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 107,398 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 107,396 miles

Rear position lamp(s) not working o/s (1.1.A.3b)

Stop lamp not working o/s (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 105,885 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 104,202 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 104,202 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 102,112 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 102,112 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 99,212 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

ns front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 28 Aug 2008 73,556 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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EK55 BPE 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 66.7%.

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 EK55 BPE, 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 EK55 BPE registered?

EK55 BPE is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 15 September 2005.

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