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FE55 GVL

2005 Ford Transit

Yellow Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

85,166 mi
Last recorded85,166 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE55 GVL
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 85,166 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

underbody and suspension components corroded

Fail 12 Aug 2026 85,166 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

underbody and suspension components corroded

Pass 11 Aug 2025 81,168 miles

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

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills/steps (6.1.1 (c) (i))

underbody and suspension components corroded

Fail 11 Aug 2025 81,168 miles

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

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills/steps (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

underbody and suspension components corroded

Pass 8 Aug 2024 73,868 miles

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2024 73,864 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2022 73,726 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2021 72,283 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 69,317 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 65,492 miles

Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose front of silencer (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose tail pipe (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 59,688 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2018 59,680 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 55,624 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 51,927 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 48,420 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 45,391 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 42,998 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 40,767 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 39,075 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 37,802 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 36,331 miles

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

several nails in offside rear outer tyre

Pass 29 Apr 2009 36,331 miles

several nails in offside rear outer tyre

Pass 2 May 2008 25,240 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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FE55 GVL is a 2005 Ford Transit in Yellow with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 FE55 GVL, 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 FE55 GVL registered?

FE55 GVL is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 15 September 2005.

Is FE55 GVL safe to buy?

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