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KS54 NXU

2005 Ford Transit Connect

Green Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

169,574 mi
Last recorded169,574 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS54 NXU
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 169,574 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 168,472 miles

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 165,687 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2022 152,002 miles

Both body seals have been repaired, but are coated with heavy sealer

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and offside inner seals (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 May 2021 145,487 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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))

Fail 10 May 2021 145,487 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 May 2019 135,468 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 131,407 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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)

Fail 13 Apr 2018 131,407 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 28 Feb 2017 129,241 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2015 125,714 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 111,691 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both headlamps discolouring but beam pattern still ok

brake pedal rubber edge worn threw but still secure

Fail 2 Sep 2014 111,691 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both headlamps discolouring but beam pattern still ok

brake pedal rubber edge worn threw but still secure

Pass 30 Aug 2013 94,467 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

brake pedal rubber worn threw to metal not excessivly

horn going off pitch but working

Pass 23 Aug 2012 79,857 miles

Brake pedal rubber starting to split.

Nearside and offside handbrake cable clips loose in backplate, but still secure.

Offside mirror assy loose, but not going to fall off.

Offside rear tyre cracking on sidewall.

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

Fail 22 Aug 2012 79,857 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Brake pedal rubber starting to split.

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside and offside handbrake cable clips loose in backplate, but still secure.

Nearside rear tyre out of shape on inner edge.

Offside mirror assy loose, but not going to fall off.

Offside rear tyre cracking on sidewall.

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2011 57,888 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 57,888 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 45,030 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 34,209 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside rear tyre has nail in tread

Rear number plate becoming deteriorated

Pass 7 Feb 2008 26,418 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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KS54 NXU is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in Green with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 KS54 NXU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KS54 NXU registered?

KS54 NXU is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 22 February 2005.

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The MOT history for KS54 NXU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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