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FA05 ORX

2005 Ford Transit

Gold Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

248,753 mi
Last recorded248,753 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 ORX
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2024 248,753 miles

Corrosion on multiple body panels an doors

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Nov 2024 248,753 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Corrosion on multiple body panels an doors

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 247,575 miles

Corrosion on multiple body panels an doors

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 245,791 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 28 Nov 2022 245,791 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2021 241,989 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2021 241,989 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2020 237,908 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 230,943 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 225,261 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 218,707 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 213,024 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 209,525 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2015 209,525 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 203,283 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 195,836 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 185,724 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 185,698 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear tyres have slight uneven wear and are becoming close to wear indicators.

Pass 26 Aug 2009 147,555 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 147,555 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 122,823 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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FA05 ORX is a 2005 Ford Transit in Gold with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FA05 ORX, 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 FA05 ORX registered?

FA05 ORX is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 August 2005.

Is FA05 ORX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA05 ORX shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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