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HG05 VXP

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 VXP
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2024

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

Pass 26 Oct 2023 43,523 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 43,416 miles

front brake pads getting low.

Pass 30 May 2019 40,449 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 38,724 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 36,424 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2017 36,424 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt single seat (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Front Lower arm bushes wearing

Nearside Rear door top striker missing

Pass 31 May 2016 33,179 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 29,953 miles

fuel tank breather hose perished

nearside front tyre sidewall perished

wiper blades poor

Pass 29 May 2014 27,501 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 27,501 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 28 May 2013 23,965 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 18,972 miles

Offside Outer Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 28 May 2012 18,972 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Outer Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

sidewall cuts

Pass 16 Jun 2011 15,776 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 15,776 miles

Speed limiter not fitted (6.5.B.1)

Speed limiter plate missing (6.5.A.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 14,250 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 13,633 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 12,465 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 11,498 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 10,926 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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HG05 VXP is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HG05 VXP, 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 HG05 VXP registered?

HG05 VXP is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is HG05 VXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 VXP shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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