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HV55 OAP

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

258,628 mi
Last recorded258,628 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV55 OAP
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 24 Jan 2025 258,628 miles

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front most mounting point chassis marked with chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened rear most mounting point (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill and inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp all lamps on with side lights (4.3.3 (b))

Front Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Outline marker lamp incorrect colour centre lamp (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed 2nd row inner seat belt webbing stretched (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside Shock absorbers upper mounting points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2009 47,778 miles

n/s/r inner and both o/s/r tyres near legal limit

Pass 19 Aug 2008 35,146 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 22,760 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 15 Sep 2006 9,830 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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HV55 OAP is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OAP, 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 OAP registered?

HV55 OAP is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 19 September 2005.

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