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FG55 XPN

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2023
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

97,066 mi
Last recorded97,066 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 XPN
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2022 97,066 miles

Eight passenger seats fitted when presented for test

Fail 18 Jan 2022 97,066 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play tie rod ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Eight passenger seats fitted when presented for test

Pass 1 Jun 2021 193,981 miles

eight passenger seat fitted

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

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive oil from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust rear silencer out skin corroded

Fail 27 May 2021 193,981 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive oil from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

eight passenger seat fitted

exhaust rear silencer out skin corroded

Pass 2 Jun 2020 176,393 miles

brake pipes underneath vehicle greased up when presented for test

eight passenger seats fitted

Fail 2 Jun 2020 176,393 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

brake pipes underneath vehicle greased up when presented for test

eight passenger seats fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2019 175,382 miles

all brake pipes underneath vehicle greased up

eight passenger seats fitted

Pass 20 Dec 2018 163,734 miles

all brake pipes underneath vehicle greased up

eight passenger seats fitted

Pass 13 Jul 2018 160,971 miles

all brake pipes been greased up when presented for test

eight passenger seats fitted when presented for test

Pass 9 Feb 2018 160,773 miles

Oil leak oil leak from engine ()

eight passenger seats fitted time of test six passenger seats been removed

Fail 9 Feb 2018 160,773 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Oil leak oil leak from engine ()

eight passenger seats fitted time of test six passenger seats been removed

Pass 10 Feb 2017 158,063 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 148,571 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 130,672 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 97,356 miles

six seats taken out when pressanted for mot test

Pass 22 Oct 2013 95,441 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2013 95,437 miles

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

front to rear steel brake pipes corroded

lower arm bushes starting to perrish

Pass 17 Oct 2012 91,126 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 85,953 miles

engine has bad oil leak

front pads running low

Pass 19 Oct 2010 77,927 miles

front to rear brake pipes beging to corrode

Fail 19 Oct 2009 64,555 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Oct 2009 64,555 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 46,590 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 30,898 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 14,629 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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FG55 XPN is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 FG55 XPN, 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 FG55 XPN registered?

FG55 XPN is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is FG55 XPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG55 XPN shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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