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HJ05 GVA

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

126,193 mi
Last recorded126,193 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ05 GVA
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2016 126,193 miles

Oil leaking from engine

Fail 14 Jan 2016 126,193 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leaking from engine

Fail 17 Jan 2015 116,565 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 116,565 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 107,266 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2012 92,399 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

front near side seat catch worn

Fail 29 Nov 2012 92,399 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

front near side seat catch worn

Pass 6 Dec 2011 88,764 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 71,710 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 51,897 miles

rear brake inbalance of 25%

Pass 31 Jan 2009 42,153 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2009 42,153 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 30,445 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

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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HJ05 GVA is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 HJ05 GVA, 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 HJ05 GVA registered?

HJ05 GVA is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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