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KN05 RTU

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

247,082 mi
Last recorded247,082 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN05 RTU
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2017 247,082 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside front on limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Jun 2017 247,082 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded offside rear outer sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside front on limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 236,218 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both sills damaged but not weakening structure

driver needs to watch for high kerbs

needs to secure silicone gun as annoying as f*ck

recommend engine to have inhaler fitted due to lack of power

Pass 13 Jun 2015 215,832 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2015 215,822 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 198,713 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 175,787 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 154,655 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 131,978 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 108,520 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 87,696 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 66,530 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Transit Connect?

Based on 3,622,068 MOT tests across 283,952 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
7,948
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
283,952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 121,813
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 105,772
Stop lamp not working 69,148
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 67,188
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,256
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KN05 RTU is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 102,650 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit Connect fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 121,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KN05 RTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit Connect typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KN05 RTU registered?

KN05 RTU is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is KN05 RTU safe to buy?

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