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ET05 SBO

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

126,235 mi
Last recorded126,235 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET05 SBO
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2019 126,235 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2019 126,235 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 120,020 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 120,020 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 112,091 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 106,971 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 98,791 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 88,551 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 81,976 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 81,976 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 76,245 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 67,533 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 57,211 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 48,395 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 37,411 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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ET05 SBO is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ET05 SBO, 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 ET05 SBO registered?

ET05 SBO is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 12 August 2005.

Is ET05 SBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET05 SBO shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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