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EX05 GFZ

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

145,371 mi
Last recorded145,371 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 GFZ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2023 145,371 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

vehicle under sealed

Pass 7 Nov 2022 230,604 miles

oil leak

under vehicle under sealed

Pass 6 Oct 2021 221,696 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 214,313 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 201,000 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main (1.1.11 (c))

under vehicle covers

Fail 1 Mar 2019 200,984 miles

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

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering fluid (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 23 Feb 2018 191,576 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion chassis leg (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner arch (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion chassis leg (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner arch (6.1.B.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 13 Feb 2018 191,394 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion chassis leg (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner arch (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion chassis leg (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner arch (6.1.B.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Mar 2017 182,750 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front mirror glass damaged

rear chassis above bump stops corroded and cracking

Pass 11 Mar 2016 171,801 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 171,801 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 156,657 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 156,653 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2014 138,798 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2014 138,798 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 128,177 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 112,111 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2012 112,048 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 95,107 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 10 Mar 2011 95,107 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 82,363 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 70,124 miles

slight play n/s of steering rack

Pass 4 Mar 2008 52,795 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 GFZ is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 GFZ, 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.

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What year was EX05 GFZ registered?

EX05 GFZ is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is EX05 GFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX05 GFZ shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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