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LC55 GJF

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

192,969 mi
Last recorded192,969 miles
Recorded on24 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC55 GJF
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 24 May 2026 192,969 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 187,586 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 172,736 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view nearside and offside upper (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Dec 2023 172,692 miles

Nearside Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 42% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view nearside and offside upper (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 143,821 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Dec 2022 143,789 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))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 134,485 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2021 134,485 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 134,472 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2020 134,472 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2019 128,528 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2019 128,528 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 127,749 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 126,971 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 125,811 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 124,446 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2015 124,446 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported front mount missing (7.1.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 117,720 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 108,945 miles

evac pump leaking

o/s/f and n/s/f inner track rods worn

Fail 8 Nov 2013 108,945 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

evac pump leaking

o/s/f and n/s/f inner track rods worn

Pass 31 Oct 2012 100,339 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 100,339 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2011 95,706 miles

nearside front tyre inner sidewall has a cut but not reaching cords

Pass 4 Nov 2010 90,401 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 88,253 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 88,253 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 84,059 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 84,059 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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LC55 GJF is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LC55 GJF, 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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LC55 GJF is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 25 November 2005.

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