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FY55 MKD

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

137,087 mi
Last recorded137,087 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 MKD
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2016 137,087 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 123,565 miles

Offside Front steering rack very slight leak

front no plate slightly cracked

front to rear brake pipes slighty rusty

o/s/f sill slightly damaged

Pass 5 Dec 2014 114,627 miles

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 108,937 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 108,937 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 97,612 miles

pass wiper slightly torn

Pass 21 Nov 2011 86,079 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)

Oil leak

Fail 17 Nov 2011 86,074 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Nov 2010 82,250 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 82,250 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 77,273 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2009 77,267 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

high level brake light inop/no wiring visable

Pass 2 Dec 2008 58,656 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Ford Transit Connect?

Based on 3,622,068 MOT tests across 283,952 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
7,948
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
283,952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 121,813
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 105,772
Stop lamp not working 69,148
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 67,188
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,256
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FY55 MKD is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2005 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 102,650 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit Connect fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 121,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY55 MKD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit Connect typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY55 MKD registered?

FY55 MKD is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 7 October 2005.

Is FY55 MKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 MKD shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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