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FD05 BSU

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

81,688 mi
Last recorded81,688 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD05 BSU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2023 81,688 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear outer sill excessive corrosion but not within a prescribed area

Nearside centre inner sill excessive corrosion but not within a prescribed area

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

Offside Front door step excessive corrosion but not within a prescribed area

Vehicle undersealed

Pass 17 Feb 2021 80,504 miles

Front brake pipes

Offside steering play

Pass 11 Mar 2020 79,010 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 30 Jan 2019 74,574 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all round (1.1.11 (c))

damage to nearside front seat back

front number plate cracked

general corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 18 Jan 2018 70,047 miles

Body has slight corrosion generally, body damaged and corroded. (6.1.B.2)

Rear all passenger seat backs damaged

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 20 Jan 2017 64,715 miles

Front FRONT NUMBER PLATE CRACKED

Rear REAR PROPSHAFT CENTRE BEARING RUBBER BUSH WORN

Pass 21 Jan 2016 59,662 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 53,602 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 48,375 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 42,418 miles

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

exhaust box in poor condition

front brake discs scored and worn with some heat cracks

vehicle in very dirty condition underneath

Pass 25 Jan 2012 36,846 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 36,846 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 31,334 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 23,667 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 18,540 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 14,587 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 9,322 miles

last single seat on o/s seat belt routed incorrectly.

Pass 6 Jun 2006 6,215 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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FD05 BSU is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 FD05 BSU, 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 FD05 BSU registered?

FD05 BSU is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 6 June 2005.

Is FD05 BSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD05 BSU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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