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2005 Ford Transit Connect

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

198,451 mi
Last recorded198,451 miles
Recorded on13 May 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU55 NHC
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2020 198,451 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside and Offside outer sills,variouse patches welded,unable to fully access due to under sealant

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 May 2020 198,492 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 May 2019
Pass 10 Aug 2018 189,651 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 186,201 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 183,645 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint link arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 176,362 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 156,470 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 133,095 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 133,095 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 107,224 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 79,961 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 53,104 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 27,885 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 21,152 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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EU55 NHC is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 EU55 NHC, 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.

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What year was EU55 NHC registered?

EU55 NHC is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 5 October 2005.

Is EU55 NHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU55 NHC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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