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EU05 UPG

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

28,917 mi
Last recorded28,917 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU05 UPG
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 28,917 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 28,248 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 27,514 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 27,316 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 27,212 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 26,606 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 26,333 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 25,290 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 25,290 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2017 21,321 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 17,663 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 17,663 miles

Fuel hose leaking breather above fuel tank (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 12,912 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 11,875 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 11,875 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2013 11,145 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 10,831 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 10,831 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 10,666 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 9,790 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 8,846 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 6,508 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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EU05 UPG is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EU05 UPG, 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 EU05 UPG registered?

EU05 UPG is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 15 July 2005.

Is EU05 UPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU05 UPG shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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