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EK55 XAF

2005 Ford Transit Connect

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

169,283 mi
Last recorded169,283 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK55 XAF
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2017 169,283 miles

oil leaks

small split to n/s inner cv boot

Fail 30 Sep 2017 169,283 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

n/s/r anti roll bar link slightly worn

oil leaks

small split to n/s inner cv boot

Pass 7 Oct 2016 141,072 miles

body and bumper damage

both headlights discoloured

oil leaks

Fail 5 Oct 2016 140,577 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed on inner tread (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed on inner tread (4.1.D.1b)

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

body and bumper damage

both headlights discoloured

oil leaks

Pass 22 Oct 2015 111,755 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 95,569 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 87,403 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 74,134 miles

emissions just in spec

exhaust centre box rusting

wall cracking o/s/r tyre

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 25 Sep 2012 74,134 miles

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

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

emissions just in spec

exhaust centre box rusting

wall cracking o/s/r tyre

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 28 Sep 2011 66,939 miles

stone chip in screen zone /A/ in spec slight play in o/s front roll bar bush

Pass 1 Oct 2010 55,009 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 43,030 miles

stone chip in screen zone /a/ front pads low spare tyre flat

Pass 4 Oct 2008 274,482 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Transit Connect?

Based on 3,622,068 MOT tests across 283,952 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
7,948
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
283,952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 121,813
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 105,772
Stop lamp not working 69,148
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 67,188
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,256
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EK55 XAF is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2005 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 102,650 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit Connect fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 121,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK55 XAF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit Connect typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EK55 XAF registered?

EK55 XAF is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 7 October 2005.

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