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GR55 TFJ

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

235,745 mi
Last recorded235,745 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR55 TFJ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2017 235,745 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 212,554 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2015 185,038 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 185,038 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2014 184,445 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 28 Dec 2013 147,858 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 115,524 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2012 115,524 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2011 79,182 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 43,739 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 34,162 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 25,699 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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GR55 TFJ is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GR55 TFJ, 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 GR55 TFJ registered?

GR55 TFJ is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is GR55 TFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR55 TFJ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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