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GV55 BFY

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

128,587 mi
Last recorded128,587 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 BFY
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2019 128,587 miles

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

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 127,396 miles

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

Oil leak ()

chips in wind screen

general ynder body corrosion

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

Fail 12 Jan 2018 127,396 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

chips in wind screen

chips in wind screen

general ynder body corrosion

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Dec 2016 124,314 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 118,357 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 110,976 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 101,217 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2013 92,698 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 80,056 miles

front pads wearing low.

o/s inner cv boot split.

Pass 28 Sep 2010 79,451 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 65,583 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 59,047 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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GV55 BFY is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GV55 BFY, 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 GV55 BFY registered?

GV55 BFY is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is GV55 BFY safe to buy?

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