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GX05 JWZ

2005 Ford Transit

Green Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi
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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025
Pass 16 Sep 2024 25,799 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside side loading door handle broken

Pass 21 Aug 2023 22,894 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 21,830 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021
Pass 26 Aug 2020 19,588 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 18,368 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 17,331 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 16,237 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 4 Apr 2017 16,237 miles

Nearside Emergency exit sign missing (6.2.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre side walls on a twin fitment are contacting each other (4.1.D.3)

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 1 Apr 2016 14,209 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 12,366 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 10,958 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 10,958 miles

Offside Inner Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Outer Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 28 May 2013 9,211 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 7,534 miles

Twelve passenger seats fitted at time of test

Pass 11 May 2011 6,278 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 5,847 miles

rear brakes slightly imbalanced

screw in offside rear outer tyre tread

slight oil leak offside rear hub seal

Fail 11 May 2010 5,839 miles

Speed limiter plate missing (6.9.1a)

rear brakes slightly imbalanced

screw in offside rear outer tyre tread

slight oil leak offside rear hub seal

Pass 11 May 2009 4,750 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 3,690 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 1,531 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 JWZ is a 2005 Ford Transit in Green with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 JWZ, 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 JWZ registered?

GX05 JWZ is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 15 July 2005.

Is GX05 JWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX05 JWZ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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