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FP55 FKW

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2019
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

277,166 mi
Last recorded277,166 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 FKW
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2018 277,166 miles

body and chassis slightly corroded

brake pipes slightly corroded

oil leak

sections undersealed preventing full inspection

Fail 2 Feb 2018 277,166 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front of leaf spring - 2 areas chalked (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear of spring mount - area chalked (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner step (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner wing/wheel arch area (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front of spring mount - area chalked (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear of spring mount - area chalked (2.4.A.3)

body and chassis slightly corroded

brake pipes slightly corroded

oil leak

sections undersealed preventing full inspection

Pass 28 Jan 2017 259,443 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

Underbody and sills heavily undersealed

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

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 16 Jan 2017 259,293 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner and outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner wing (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner wing (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings rear crossmember (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

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

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 247,700 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

oil leak

Fail 29 Jan 2016 247,700 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings rear sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

oil leak

Pass 30 Jan 2015 233,633 miles

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

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

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

Fail 21 Jan 2015 233,632 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

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

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2012 215,354 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

nearside outer sill corroded & weakened

slight play in both steering rack ends

Pass 26 Oct 2011 184,598 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 24 Oct 2011 184,552 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 145,784 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 29 Oct 2010 145,784 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 17 Nov 2009 120,840 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2009 120,823 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Fail 13 Nov 2008 88,401 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2008 88,401 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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FP55 FKW 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 52.9%.

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 FP55 FKW, 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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What year was FP55 FKW registered?

FP55 FKW is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is FP55 FKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 FKW shows 17 tests with a 52.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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