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FL55 XBD

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2019
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

146,129 mi
Last recorded146,129 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL55 XBD
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2018 146,129 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

both front inner arches have slight corrosion

both rear inner arches have slight corrosion

Fail 22 Nov 2018 146,127 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

both front inner arches have slight corrosion

both rear inner arches have slight corrosion

Pass 17 Nov 2017 139,954 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 13 Nov 2017 139,952 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 131,661 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Fail 8 Nov 2016 131,604 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 126,115 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 123,605 miles

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Fail 30 Sep 2014 123,586 miles

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

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

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 120,823 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

nearside front tyre has a cut in the sidewall but is not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 18 Sep 2012 116,838 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 116,928 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Sep 2011 112,884 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2011 112,884 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 99,618 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 76,452 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Oct 2009 76,452 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Sep 2008 50,681 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 50,681 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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FL55 XBD is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 FL55 XBD, 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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FL55 XBD is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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