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FE05 NLM

2005 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

185,033 mi
Last recorded185,033 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE05 NLM
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2016 185,033 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 171,586 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2015 171,572 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 162,922 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 157,364 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 144,201 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 125,078 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 110,548 miles

advise n/s play in rack

Pass 6 Jan 2009 82,235 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 58,538 miles

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

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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FE05 NLM is a 2005 Ford Transit in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FE05 NLM, 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 FE05 NLM registered?

FE05 NLM is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is FE05 NLM safe to buy?

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