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JM05 DEC

2005 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

35,095 mi
Last recorded35,095 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJM05 DEC
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 35,095 miles

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

Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 34,529 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 33,879 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 33,390 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

surface rust to front chassis legs

Pass 11 Jan 2022 32,826 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 31,517 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 29,595 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 29,175 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 28,712 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 28,158 miles

STEERING RACK BOOT DAMP (NOT LEAKING)

Fail 16 Jun 2016 28,156 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

FRONT TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGES

STEERING RACK BOOT DAMP (NOT LEAKING)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 26,906 miles

Both front tyres worn on inside edges

Pass 3 Jul 2014 23,812 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 20,662 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 17,819 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 15,003 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 14,811 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 14,388 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 14,142 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 9,766 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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JM05 DEC is a 2005 Ford Transit in Silver with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 JM05 DEC, 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 JM05 DEC registered?

JM05 DEC is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 18 July 2005.

Is JM05 DEC safe to buy?

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