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FE55 RRX

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2022
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

217,227 mi
Last recorded217,227 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE55 RRX
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2021 217,227 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

off side step corroded

Fail 27 Sep 2021 217,220 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

off side step corroded

Pass 27 Jan 2020 214,479 miles

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

Offside Front steering arm worn

Pass 22 Jan 2019 206,108 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play End float. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play End float. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills, chassis and OSF under cab step. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 196,536 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2018 196,536 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 184,939 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2017 184,939 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 177,646 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both main (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 9 Mar 2016 177,643 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both main (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 168,457 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2015 168,457 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 25 Apr 2014 158,812 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 158,812 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 146,600 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 135,985 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 126,443 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 126,443 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2010 108,643 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 108,643 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.8.A.7a)

Transmission brake efficiency below requirements (3.8.A.9/10)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 91,013 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 64,121 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 46,018 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5b)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 39,013 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 12,739 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 12,739 miles

Nearside Outer Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5b)

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 RRX is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RRX, 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 FE55 RRX registered?

FE55 RRX is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is FE55 RRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE55 RRX shows 26 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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