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FG05 XWO

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2021
Tests28 (16 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

160,996 mi
Last recorded160,996 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 12 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2020 160,996 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2020 160,989 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Rear cross member above rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2019 155,930 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 150,140 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 146,796 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2017 146,796 miles

Offside Lower Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release bay 3 (5.2.5a)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 137,485 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 129,451 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2016 129,451 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2015 121,193 miles

Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Speed limiter plate missing (6.5.A.1a)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 121,193 miles

Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 110,215 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2014 110,210 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 99,639 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2013 99,639 miles

Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 89,216 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 78,430 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2011 78,430 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2010 64,069 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 64,069 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt cut causing the fibres to separate (5.1.B.3a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (6.1.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 49,215 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2009 49,215 miles

Offside Rear Body has sharp edges or projections caused by corrosion or damage making the vehicle dangerous to other road users (6.5.10)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 36,224 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2008 36,224 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (6.1.3)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (not working) (1.1.4a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5b)

Power steering pump leaking from a joint (2.3.1b)

Pass 14 Feb 2007 24,284 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 24,277 miles

Offside Outer Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.C.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2006 11,713 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2006 11,713 miles

Nearside Front Fuel system component leaking (6.7.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel badly distorted but running reasonably true (4.2.1i)

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 XWO is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 FG05 XWO, 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 XWO registered?

FG05 XWO is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 8 June 2005.

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