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GX05 DKU

2005 Ford Transit

Green Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

85,964 mi
Last recorded85,964 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 DKU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 85,964 miles
Fail 6 May 2026 85,964 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side low on effort (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 80,981 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced backing panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced centre backing sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner backing panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2025 80,981 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced backing panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced centre backing sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner backing panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 80,981 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced backing panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced centre backing sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner backing panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2025 80,981 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced backing panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced centre backing sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner backing panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 26 Aug 2023 83,269 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 79,119 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 76,509 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 75,206 miles

Front water pump leaking coolent

Pass 29 Feb 2016 73,180 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 73,180 miles

Nearside Fuel hose leaking mid van by fuel pipe (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill by spring mount (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 70,864 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 66,319 miles

Nearside Outer Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 59,042 miles

Nearside Outer Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

one rear exhaust rubber adrift

Fail 28 Feb 2013 59,042 miles

Nearside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Outer Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

one rear exhaust rubber adrift

Pass 27 Feb 2012 52,068 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 45,121 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 38,860 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 29,394 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 21,713 miles

o/s/f tyre

Fail 3 May 2008 21,712 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

o/s/f tyre

Pass 8 Jun 2007 14,467 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 14,467 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (6.1.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 6,185 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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GX05 DKU is a 2005 Ford Transit in Green with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 GX05 DKU, 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 GX05 DKU registered?

GX05 DKU is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 20 July 2005.

Is GX05 DKU safe to buy?

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