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FG05 BXB

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

61,154 mi
Last recorded61,154 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 BXB
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2018 61,154 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2017 59,002 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 59,002 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 57,834 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 56,379 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 56,376 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 7 Mar 2014 52,864 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 49,966 miles

various metal brake pipes surface corroded

Pass 6 Mar 2012 45,933 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 40,175 miles

NSF brake pipe starting to rust & pitt.

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Spare tyre tread depth below 1.6mm.

Fail 7 Mar 2011 40,166 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 35,478 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 29,090 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 24,027 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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FG05 BXB is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FG05 BXB, 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 FG05 BXB registered?

FG05 BXB is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is FG05 BXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG05 BXB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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