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EX05 FZH

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

140,244 mi
Last recorded140,244 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 FZH
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 Mar 2025 140,244 miles

Emissions unable to be completed EXHAUST LEAK AT FRONT (8.2.2.2 (e))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Hazard warning switch inoperative missing (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury head lamp (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced SIL (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Steering locking device ineffective defective ignition barrel activates steering lock randomly. DANGEROUS.. (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced SILL (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced AND INNER SILLS (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

LOADING BODY CORRODING

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 137,873 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 131,937 miles

Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Dec 2020 125,074 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 120,576 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 106,133 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 95,841 miles

Both front inner sills slightly corroded not within structural point

Fail 30 Nov 2017 95,841 miles

Both front inner sills slightly corroded not within structural point

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 89,440 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 82,058 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2014 75,010 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 67,738 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 59,763 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Nov 2011 51,670 miles

Fuel cap lock barrel insecure.

Pass 19 Nov 2010 43,161 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 35,182 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008 26,932 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 26,932 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 22,696 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 FZH is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 EX05 FZH, 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 FZH registered?

EX05 FZH is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is EX05 FZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX05 FZH shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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