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FL05 LVV

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2020
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

122,446 mi
Last recorded122,446 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL05 LVV
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2019 122,446 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 110,107 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

vehicle forming corrosion underneath and required under sealant.

Fail 2 Aug 2018 110,107 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

vehicle forming corrosion underneath and required under sealant.

Pass 22 Jul 2017 95,898 miles

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 14 Jul 2017 95,898 miles

Offside Front Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings foot well (6.1.B.2)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 May 2016 85,677 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 75,197 miles

Slight corrosion to rear floor.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 29 May 2015 75,197 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Slight corrosion both rear wheel arches.

Slight corrosion to rear floor.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 65,163 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 65,163 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 May 2013 61,637 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 61,637 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Fail 25 Apr 2013 61,631 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 58,270 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 51,627 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 51,627 miles

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 42,178 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 33,241 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 25,930 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 25,927 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.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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FL05 LVV is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FL05 LVV, 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 FL05 LVV registered?

FL05 LVV is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 21 April 2005.

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