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HT05 MGX

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

51,399 mi
Last recorded51,399 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT05 MGX
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2021 51,399 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre close to ten years old Date code week 35 2011 (5.2.3 (m))

Nearside Front Tyre close to ten years old Date code week 35 2011 (5.2.3 (m))

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

Offside Front Tyre close to ten years old Date code week 35 2011 (5.2.3 (m))

Offside Rear Tyre close to ten years old Date code week 35 2011 (5.2.3 (m))

Spare tyre defective Over ten years of age Date code week 19 2005 ()

Pass 22 Jul 2019 50,565 miles

near and off side rear end float in half shafts

Fail 22 Jul 2019 50,558 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

near and off side rear end float in half shafts

Pass 27 Jul 2018 48,358 miles

end float on near and off side axel

Pass 20 Jul 2017 46,973 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play and end float investigation recommend (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play and end float investigation recommend (2.6.2)

play in steering rack joints

Pass 29 Jul 2016 46,278 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 45,662 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 43,632 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 43,264 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 41,334 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 39,081 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 34,083 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 34,083 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 29,429 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 24,296 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 18,401 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 13,441 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 5,119 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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HT05 MGX 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 83.3%.

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 HT05 MGX, 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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What year was HT05 MGX registered?

HT05 MGX is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 28 July 2005.

Is HT05 MGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT05 MGX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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