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GF55 BVE

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2015
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

212,923 mi
Last recorded212,923 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2014
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 BVE
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2014 212,923 miles

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

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

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

Fail 15 Feb 2013 172,346 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 172,346 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2013 169,789 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 138,641 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 115,907 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 115,907 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Jan 2010 88,978 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2010 88,978 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 27 Oct 2008 69,476 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 69,476 miles

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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GF55 BVE is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GF55 BVE, 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 GF55 BVE registered?

GF55 BVE is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 3 November 2005.

Is GF55 BVE safe to buy?

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