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KU05 LBY

2005 Ford Transit Connect

Yellow Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

87,541 mi
Last recorded87,541 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU05 LBY
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2021 87,541 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2020 84,393 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2019 78,581 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning has tape over hole (4.5.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2018 73,774 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2018 73,774 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 71,208 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 71,089 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 66,498 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 58,742 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 53,464 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 49,817 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 45,716 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 36,275 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2010 28,906 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2010 28,906 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 22,046 miles

centre brake light not working

Pass 14 Feb 2008 15,906 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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KU05 LBY is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in Yellow with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 KU05 LBY, 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 KU05 LBY registered?

KU05 LBY is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 4 March 2005.

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