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EK55 LJU

2005 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,984 mi
Last recorded65,984 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK55 LJU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 65,984 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2025 65,984 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill behind the rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill behind the rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 65,576 miles

reverse lights inoperative, non testable item

Fail 26 Sep 2024 65,564 miles

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

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

Nearside Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner sill under side step (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the cab is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

reverse lights inoperative, non testable item

Pass 18 Sep 2023 64,901 miles

Front tyre age. NSF 2014. OSF 2016

Reversing lights not working

Pass 15 Sep 2022 64,164 miles

Front tyres dated 2014 and 2016

Fail 15 Sep 2022 64,164 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front tyres dated 2014 and 2016

Reversing lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.6.1 (b))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 63,398 miles

Tyre age OSF 2016 NSF 2014 NSR in and out 2017 OSR in 2014 out 2017

Pass 2 Sep 2020 63,249 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Lower Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

reversing lights not working

Pass 2 Sep 2019 62,764 miles

Reversing lamps not working

Tested with 16 passenger seats fitted

Fail 2 Sep 2019 62,764 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Reversing lamps not working

Tested with 16 passenger seats fitted

Pass 3 Sep 2018 61,865 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre Flat ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 60,135 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 59,297 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 59,297 miles

Emergency exit window •break glass' hammer missing (6.2.D.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 56,629 miles

4th row centre seat belt buckle damaged

Pass 23 Sep 2014 53,417 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 47,908 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 39,086 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 33,104 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 27,738 miles

Nearside front tyre has side wall damage not showing cords.

Pass 21 Sep 2009 21,898 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 15,248 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 9,381 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 4,375 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 LJU is a 2005 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EK55 LJU, 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 LJU registered?

EK55 LJU is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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