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HJ55 MXS

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

158,981 mi
Last recorded158,981 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ55 MXS
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2018 158,981 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2018 158,980 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired inner boby sill and step (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 152,548 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 143,014 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2016 142,938 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect non defined beam pattern (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded step sill 30cm within seat mounting bolt (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Trailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 2.60mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear back plate has some dampness

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 1.90mm just meets the pass standard (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides front (3.5.1i)

end float detected at both sides rear hub assemblies

exhaust system is deteriorated

front registration plate is damaged

Pass 14 Oct 2015 129,967 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 129,967 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 118,454 miles

excessive end float in rear diff

Fail 3 Oct 2014 118,431 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 104,561 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 91,029 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2012 91,029 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Sep 2011 76,944 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 65,219 miles

borderline wear to both front tyres

front wishbone rear bushes perishing

Pass 25 Jan 2010 59,021 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2010 59,021 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 55,124 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 53,774 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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HJ55 MXS is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HJ55 MXS, 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.

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HJ55 MXS is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 29 September 2005.

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