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GL54 MFE

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

12,503 mi
Last recorded12,503 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL54 MFE
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 28 May 2025 12,503 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Bulging, hole to chassis leg. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Extensive corrosion and holes to inner arch/floor within 30cms of third and fourth row seat mountings, (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis holed/corroded within 30cms of front spring mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Corrosion/holes to chassis leg box section and inner arch within 30cms of subframe mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Extensive corrosion and holes to inner arch/floor within 30cms of third and fourth row seat mountings, (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment No reserve travel. (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Corrosion/holes to rear crossmember outer and inner. Extensive corrosion/holes to inner corners. Within 30cms of rear seat mountings. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Corrosion to engine cradle ends bolting to chassis

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear bush some peeling from arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Corrosion to inner arch to chassis leg and chassis leg with hole in inner arch. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion/hole to inner sill front of step to side door. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Numerous repairs/plates to side step and inner sill. (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion/holes to outer lower sill/panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective Torn centre and end. (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Corrosion to chassis front spring mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion to inner lower sill/seam with a couple of small holes. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner tub corroded and holed at top. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch lower front corner, inner and outer sill corroded and holed. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Plastic arch trim loose at front lower due to corrosion/holes to lower arch.

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective Torn at ends (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bulging to chassis leg in places with extensive corrosion to rear in various places. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Under chassis undersealed in most places including brake and fuel pipes

Pass 14 May 2024 9,552 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front to rear in many areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Entrance/exit step in a deteriorated condition side step floor corroded and weakened but still able to support passenger (9.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Passenger grab handle defective side entrance handle bracket cracked and 1 of 4 bolts missing (9.6 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill small hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rear tyres wearing low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 7,317 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body skirt under side door, step corroded but still secured (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2023 7,317 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body skirt under side door, step corroded but still secured (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended off body (7.1.2 (c))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 4,720 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

sliding door step sill back slight corrosion

Pass 3 Feb 2021 101,560 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear inner archs corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front chassis corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 198,237 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear inner wheel arches are slightly corroded

Pass 16 Feb 2016 57,452 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2016 57,132 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp inoperative lamp must illuminate when parking brake is applied (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings side step to sill . Corroded and holed (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill corroded and holed (6.1.B.2)

N/S AND O/S INNER SILLS CORRODED

Nearside Rear Inner wheel arch has excessive corrosion and possible hole

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.2b)

Nearside Rear parking brake has slightly lower than expected performance

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded hub to flexi / also has a possible leak (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 53,976 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 49,877 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 44,162 miles

advise front discs poor condition

Pass 24 Feb 2012 40,714 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 37,031 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 34,081 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1g)

n/s/r tyre small cut outer sidewall not to cords

rear propshaft center bearing play in bush

small stone chip zone a

Pass 25 Feb 2009 24,862 miles

1 n/s rear outer tyre has cuts in the sidewall (no cords showing)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 18,420 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2008 18,420 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt cut causing the fibres to separate (5.1.B.3a)

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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GL54 MFE is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GL54 MFE, 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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GL54 MFE is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 28 February 2005.

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