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FY55 LYS

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

118,262 mi
Last recorded118,262 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 LYS
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Sep 2017 118,262 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill extensively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive corroded but not within prescribed area at time of test (5.2.6)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 27 Sep 2016 116,868 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 114,409 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 111,600 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2013 108,565 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2012 105,449 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 99,664 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 93,747 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 87,297 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 65,819 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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FY55 LYS is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FY55 LYS, 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 FY55 LYS registered?

FY55 LYS is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 20 September 2005.

Is FY55 LYS safe to buy?

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