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HJ55 XTB

2005 Ford Transit Connect

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2023
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

144,911 mi
Last recorded144,911 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ55 XTB
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Fail 7 Feb 2023 144,911 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Fuel pipe insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 140,826 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 136,450 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Feb 2021 136,438 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 132,454 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2020 132,389 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 124,824 miles

Nearside Front inner tie rod slight play

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 117,685 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on very inner edge

Fail 3 Oct 2017 117,650 miles

Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front tyre worn on very inner edge

Pass 17 Oct 2016 109,194 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak ()

Fail 4 Oct 2016 109,155 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

2 exhaust rubbers missing

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 21 Sep 2015 97,071 miles

play in ns steering arm inner joint

Pass 4 Sep 2014 84,099 miles

Slight movement in N/S/F steering arm, inner joint

Slight movement in O/S/F steering arm, inner joint

Fail 3 Sep 2014 84,099 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

N/S/F tyre low on both edges

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

O/S/F tyre low on inner edge

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

Slight movement in N/S/F steering arm, inner joint

Slight movement in O/S/F steering arm, inner joint

Pass 14 Aug 2013 73,341 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 51,608 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 44,138 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 35,663 miles

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

n/s/r bumper end cap missing

o/s/r light lens cracked

Pass 3 Sep 2009 35,663 miles

n/s/r bumper end cap missing

o/s/r light lens cracked

Pass 6 Sep 2008 28,888 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2008 28,888 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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HJ55 XTB is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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

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 HJ55 XTB, 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.

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HJ55 XTB is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 19 September 2005.

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