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FM54 XZL

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

129,164 mi
Last recorded129,164 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2022 129,164 miles

front tyres deteriorating

chassis deteriorating

Pass 15 Jul 2021 187,948 miles

brakes binding

chassis/body deteriorating

Fail 13 Jul 2021

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

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

brakes binding

chassis/body deteriorating

Pass 8 Jul 2020

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

Pass 27 Mar 2019 139,898 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 121,835 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2018 121,710 miles

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

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

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Nearside sill step under vehicle (5.2.6)

Some corrosion to offside front inner sill ( Not prescribed area).

Pass 7 Feb 2017 116,279 miles

N/s rear shackle mounting slightly corroded

N/s step slightly corroded

Pass 4 Feb 2016 105,089 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2015 93,641 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 88,468 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 78,520 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 69,303 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 61,630 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 52,407 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 39,743 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 27,221 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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FM54 XZL is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 XZL, 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 XZL registered?

FM54 XZL is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 28 February 2005.

Is FM54 XZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM54 XZL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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