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KU05 OSW

2005 Ford Transit Connect

Green Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

122,276 mi
Last recorded122,276 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU05 OSW
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 122,276 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 9 Apr 2026 122,068 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced INNER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced OUTER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced OUTER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2025 118,743 miles

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

Rear axle / suspension components corroded

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner / outer sills - both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 116,469 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears and to flexies (all four) (1.1.11 (c))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills - both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

rear axle corroded

Pass 26 Apr 2023 113,205 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2022 110,070 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexies (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills (both sides) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 106,850 miles

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

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

Front small chip in windscreen

inner sills have surface corrosion

outer sills have surface corrosion (both sides)

Fail 2 Mar 2021 106,849 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

inner sills have surface corrosion

Pass 17 Mar 2020 104,406 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2020 104,406 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 102,974 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 100,230 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 98,681 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 96,619 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 94,432 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 92,441 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 90,393 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 88,392 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 86,289 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 84,970 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 82,776 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 81,006 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 OSW is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in Green with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 OSW, 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

How do I check the history of KU05 OSW?

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What year was KU05 OSW registered?

KU05 OSW is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is KU05 OSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU05 OSW shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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