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KG05 WSL

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

167,180 mi
Last recorded167,180 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG05 WSL
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2023 167,180 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 26 Mar 2022 158,333 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 149,459 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2019 131,971 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 129,573 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 127,759 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 125,034 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 120,818 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 115,407 miles

n/s/r tyre has cuts in tyre tread & slighty out of shape

o/s/f tyre wearing/worn on edge

Pass 19 Apr 2012 110,259 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 107,389 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 107,387 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 84,714 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2010 84,713 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Pass 14 Mar 2009 68,606 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 59,191 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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KG05 WSL is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KG05 WSL, 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 KG05 WSL registered?

KG05 WSL is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 14 March 2005.

Is KG05 WSL safe to buy?

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