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GU05 GVJ

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

133,875 mi
Last recorded133,875 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2013
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 GVJ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2013 133,875 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nsf and osf anti roll bar drop links slightly bent

nsf and osf brake discs corroded

Fail 29 Apr 2013 133,875 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp missing (1.2.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nsf and osf anti roll bar drop links slightly bent

nsf and osf brake discs corroded

Pass 4 Mar 2010 116,986 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 88,769 miles

n/s/f tyre s rated ( others reinforced)

bonnet not securing in closed position

diesel fuel pump damp

front brake discs lipped (worn)

front brake pads low

rear tyre treads starting to mishape

Fail 10 Sep 2008 88,769 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

bonnet not securing in closed position

diesel fuel pump damp

front brake discs lipped (worn)

front brake pads low

n/s/f tyre s rated ( others reinforced)

rear tyre treads starting to mishape

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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GU05 GVJ is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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

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 GU05 GVJ, 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 GU05 GVJ registered?

GU05 GVJ is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is GU05 GVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU05 GVJ shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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