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FP05 NGE

2005 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

53,013 mi
Last recorded53,013 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP05 NGE
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 53,013 miles

slight underbody corrosion

Pass 3 Apr 2025 48,011 miles

Various spots of minor underbody corrosion

Pass 21 Mar 2024 43,457 miles

Various underbody corrosion

Fail 21 Mar 2024 43,457 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Various underbody corrosion

Pass 13 Apr 2023 36,677 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2023 36,250 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Apr 2022 31,157 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 25,542 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear tyre over 10 years old

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear bump stops corroded and insecure

both front tyres over 10 years old

Pass 23 Mar 2020 24,125 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2019 22,915 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 21,579 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 19,760 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 18,588 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2016 18,588 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear nail in tread of tyre

Pass 26 Mar 2015 17,221 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 16,369 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 16,369 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2013 12,847 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 12,847 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2012 10,643 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 9,277 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 8,841 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 7,317 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 7,317 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 May 2008 5,878 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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FP05 NGE is a 2005 Ford Transit in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 FP05 NGE, 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 FP05 NGE registered?

FP05 NGE is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is FP05 NGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP05 NGE shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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