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GF55 VYO

2005 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 VYO
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 May 2023

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Feb 2022 192,052 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bulkhead brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipes corrded (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear axle brake pipes corrded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed damage on limit (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

abs unit support bracket corroded near limt

n/s door step holed and corroded

o/s/r inner wheel arch badly corroded

Fail 10 Feb 2022 192,052 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Emissions not tested fan belt shredding (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bulkhead brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipes corrded (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear axle brake pipes corrded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed damage on limit (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

abs unit support bracket corroded near limt

fan belt shredded

n/s door step holed and corroded

o/s/r inner wheel arch badly corroded

Pass 17 Feb 2021 184,221 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 9 Feb 2021 184,210 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/70x15c (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 179,893 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

n/s sill damaged

vehicle underside rusty in places

Pass 19 Dec 2018 172,431 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Lower sill corroding by sliding door

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along axle (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 17 Dec 2018 172,401 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Lower sill corroding by sliding door

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 162,435 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded axle (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 15 Dec 2017 162,435 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded axle (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 153,668 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2016 153,532 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel pipe excessively damaged Fuel tank breather (7.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 142,712 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 128,659 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2014 128,659 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Dec 2013 112,900 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2013 112,900 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 97,221 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 81,246 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 67,769 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 54,201 miles

both rear tyres on limit

Pass 29 Dec 2008 40,693 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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GF55 VYO is a 2005 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 GF55 VYO, 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.

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What year was GF55 VYO registered?

GF55 VYO is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 24 December 2005.

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The MOT history for GF55 VYO shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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