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FM54 CHV

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

173,091 mi
Last recorded173,091 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM54 CHV
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2015 173,091 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

vehicle presented undersealed

Pass 5 May 2014 158,554 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 158,527 miles

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

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

Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 May 2013 151,191 miles

All brake pipes greased, unable to check properly

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 30 Apr 2013 151,161 miles

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

All brake pipes greased, unable to check properly

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 140,193 miles

brake pipes coated with copper grease unable to examine properly

Pass 3 May 2011 126,613 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak (porous sump)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 109,789 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 87,151 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2008 62,095 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 61,896 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2008 61,896 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FM54 CHV is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FM54 CHV, 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 FM54 CHV registered?

FM54 CHV is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 12 January 2005.

Is FM54 CHV safe to buy?

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