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FH05 MVU

2005 Ford Transit

Yellow Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

90,509 mi
Last recorded90,509 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 MVU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2022 90,509 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

surface corrosion to underside

Pass 16 Jun 2018 89,732 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 72,025 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2017 72,025 miles

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 53,266 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2015 40,663 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 33,837 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 30,765 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 26,652 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 22,968 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe lightly rubbing (3.6.C.1b)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 19,310 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 15,318 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 11,443 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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FH05 MVU is a 2005 Ford Transit in Yellow with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FH05 MVU, 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

How do I check the history of FH05 MVU?

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What year was FH05 MVU registered?

FH05 MVU is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 6 July 2005.

Is FH05 MVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH05 MVU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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