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EX05 FXV

2005 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2022
Tests25 (15 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

160,969 mi
Last recorded160,969 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 FXV
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 10 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2021 160,969 miles

Nearside Front inner arch corroded

Offside Front inner arch corroded

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 23 Nov 2021 160,900 miles

Driver's airbag missing steering wheel (7.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front inner arch corroded

Offside Front inner arch corroded

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 43,562 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2020 43,409 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill near leaf spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Driver's seat moving inadvertently (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 133,425 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear inner chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 131,785 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 129,842 miles

Nearside Rear inner wheel arch corroded & holed

Offside Rear inner wheel arch corroded & holed

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 Sep 2016 127,232 miles

OIL LEAK

Fail 26 Sep 2016 127,232 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

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

OIL LEAK

Pass 26 Sep 2015 124,135 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2015 124,102 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Stop lamp not working n/s (1.2.1b)

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords o/s/f tyre innerwall (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 120,860 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Oil leak

Fail 20 Sep 2014 120,860 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Sep 2013 119,258 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2013 119,256 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 115,438 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 105,679 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 105,679 miles

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

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

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

Front brake discs pitted and worn

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Wear in nearside of steering rack

Pass 18 Aug 2010 93,277 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 93,277 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake discs worn

Pass 26 Aug 2009 73,350 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 57,995 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 57,995 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fail 28 Aug 2008 57,623 miles

Offside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Feb 2008 48,131 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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EX05 FXV is a 2005 Ford Transit in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EX05 FXV, 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 EX05 FXV registered?

EX05 FXV is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 14 March 2005.

Is EX05 FXV safe to buy?

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