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HX05 BMY

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

109,805 mi
Last recorded109,805 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX05 BMY
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 109,805 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2025 109,797 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp with indicator (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp with indicator (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour going white (4.4.3 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flex hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under bonnet (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flex hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under bonnet (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underside of vehicle very corroded

Fail 15 Jul 2025

Nearside Rear All outline marker lamps not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear All outline marker lamps not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 108,718 miles

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 20 May 2023 105,793 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 102,195 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021
Fail 7 Jun 2021

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 83,024 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 80,435 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2018 65,475 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017
Pass 23 Feb 2016 43,446 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 37,879 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 37,871 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Feb 2014 33,682 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2014 33,682 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 26,705 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 23,215 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

both rear light lenses cracked

Fail 20 Feb 2012 23,215 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

both rear light lenses cracked

Pass 21 Feb 2011 18,607 miles

both rear light lenses cracked/holed and water in lamps

Pass 22 Feb 2010 16,092 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 14,508 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 21 Feb 2008 10,764 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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HX05 BMY is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HX05 BMY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HX05 BMY registered?

HX05 BMY is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 9 May 2005.

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