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FM05 OVZ

2005 Ford Transit Connect

Yellow Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

115,620 mi
Last recorded115,620 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 OVZ
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 115,620 miles

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

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

Rear MILD CORROSION UNDERNEATH

Fail 17 Jun 2026 115,620 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear MILD CORROSION UNDERNEATH

Pass 9 Dec 2024 105,816 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 102,791 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 99,955 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 95,306 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 85,129 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 73,013 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 65,961 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 63,302 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 62,471 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 58,713 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 58,713 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 51,963 miles

drivers seat belt frayed

Pass 12 Jun 2012 44,907 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 38,570 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 32,329 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside rear bumper end missing

Pass 16 Jun 2009 25,974 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 19,076 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Transit Connect?

Based on 3,622,068 MOT tests across 283,952 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
7,948
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
283,952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 121,813
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 105,772
Stop lamp not working 69,148
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 67,188
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,256
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FM05 OVZ is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in Yellow with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2005 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 102,650 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit Connect fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 121,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM05 OVZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit Connect typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FM05 OVZ registered?

FM05 OVZ is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is FM05 OVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM05 OVZ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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