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HV55 LML

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

264,742 mi
Last recorded264,742 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV55 LML
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2016 264,742 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Jul 2016 264,742 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 264,694 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 237,812 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 205,563 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 161,076 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 161,076 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 124,503 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 74,059 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 74,059 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 67,740 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

REAR NUMBER PLATE DISCOLOURED

Pass 8 Oct 2008 56,577 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 56,577 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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HV55 LML is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 HV55 LML, 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 HV55 LML registered?

HV55 LML is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 26 October 2005.

Is HV55 LML safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV55 LML shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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