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FV05 YXL

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

254,502 mi
Last recorded254,502 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 YXL
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2015 254,502 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jul 2015 254,500 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Speed limiter plate missing (6.5.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2014 254,600 miles

corrosion to rear rigid brake pipes along rear axle

nearside front tyre tread cut

Fail 25 Jun 2014 254,600 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

corrosion to rear rigid brake pipes along rear axle

nearside front tyre tread cut

Pass 7 Jun 2013 253,753 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

corrosion to rear rigid brake pipes (along rear axle)

Fail 31 May 2013 253,748 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

corrosion to rear rigid brake pipes (along rear axle)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 243,734 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 223,052 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 210,232 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 190,206 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2009 190,201 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.2.4a)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2008 157,880 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 91,219 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 47,991 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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FV05 YXL is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FV05 YXL, 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 FV05 YXL registered?

FV05 YXL is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 29 July 2005.

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The MOT history for FV05 YXL shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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