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ET05 CXV

2005 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

12,762 mi
Last recorded12,762 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET05 CXV
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 12,762 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 12,112 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 11,721 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2022 11,392 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 11,366 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 11,339 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 11,250 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Jul 2019 11,250 miles

Front Upper Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 11,035 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 10,727 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 10,410 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 10,015 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 10,015 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2014 9,582 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 9,409 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 9,409 miles

Fuel hose excessively damaged (7.2.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 9,082 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 8,077 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 7,340 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 6,531 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 5,562 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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ET05 CXV is a 2005 Ford Transit in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 ET05 CXV, 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 ET05 CXV registered?

ET05 CXV is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 11 August 2005.

Is ET05 CXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET05 CXV shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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