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FY05 UTS

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

209,075 mi
Last recorded209,075 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 UTS
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2017 209,075 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 192,395 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 163,864 miles

Both front brake pipes slightly corroded.

Brake pedal rubber deteriorated.

Corrosion to both outer sills and wheel arches.

Hand brake warning light inop.

N/S/F slide door handle missing,acsess to rear still availible from rear doors.

Nearside rear light unit cracked.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Powersteering notchy on lock to lock

Underbody corrosion

Fail 15 Apr 2015 163,859 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Both front brake pipes slightly corroded.

Brake pedal rubber deteriorated.

Corrosion to both outer sills and wheel arches.

Hand brake warning light inop.

N/S/F slide door handle missing,acsess to rear still availible from rear doors.

Nearside rear light unit cracked.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Powersteering notchy on lock to lock

Underbody corrosion

Pass 18 Apr 2013 152,521 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 152,521 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Exhaust system corroded.

Fuel filler flap damaged.

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

Nearside rear light lens damaged.

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Sump corroded.

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 140,637 miles

brake pedal rubber split

Fail 5 Apr 2012 140,631 miles

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has a combination of minor damage areas which restrict the drivers view (8.3.1c)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

brake pedal rubber split

Fail 14 Apr 2011 125,436 miles

Both mirrors slightly damaged.

Nearside front wheel bearing noisy.

Nearside rear light lens damaged.

Windscreen lightly scratched.

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 125,436 miles

Both mirrors slightly damaged.

Nearside front wheel bearing noisy.

Nearside rear light lens damaged.

Windscreen lightly scratched.

Fail 22 Mar 2011

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Brake pedal rubber worn

Fuel filler flap broken.

Wiper rubbers split on ends.

n/s/r flasher lens cracked.

Pass 26 Mar 2010 105,150 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 105,150 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 91,706 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 70,754 miles

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

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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FY05 UTS is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FY05 UTS, 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 FY05 UTS registered?

FY05 UTS is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is FY05 UTS safe to buy?

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