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FX05 SWO

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

177,402 mi
Last recorded177,402 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX05 SWO
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 30 Oct 2025 177,402 miles

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

nearside front inner wheel arch corroded

offside mirror glass damaged

Pass 13 Nov 2024 106,244 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

offside mirror glass cracked

Pass 13 Nov 2023

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

nearside and offside front inner wheel arches corroding

offside mirror glass cracked

Pass 25 Oct 2022 173,779 miles

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

offside front inner wheel arch corroded (non-structural)

offside wing mirror glass cracked

Pass 1 Nov 2021 171,915 miles

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

offside mirror glass cracked

Pass 27 Oct 2020 169,633 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 165,717 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

offside wing mirror glass cracked

Pass 10 May 2018 163,591 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear tyres worn close to the limit

lower door steps slightly corroded/jacked badly

Pass 24 Jan 2017 163,587 miles

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

both headlights have condensation

both rear tyres worn close to the limit

drivers seat slightly worn

lower door steps slightly corroded/jacked badly

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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FX05 SWO is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FX05 SWO, 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

How do I check the history of FX05 SWO?

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What year was FX05 SWO registered?

FX05 SWO is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is FX05 SWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX05 SWO shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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