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LM05 CEN

2005 Ford Transit Connect

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

104,901 mi
Last recorded104,901 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 CEN
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2018 104,901 miles

Small crack in windscreen

Temp: repair to O/S mirror

Fail 2 Jan 2018 104,901 miles

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

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

Small crack in windscreen

Temp: repair to O/S mirror

Pass 18 Nov 2016 93,027 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 88,759 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 84,701 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 84,685 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 81,224 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 81,224 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 81,172 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 81,171 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 62,867 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 62,867 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Nearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

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

Offside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 46,779 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 30,504 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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LM05 CEN is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LM05 CEN, 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 LM05 CEN registered?

LM05 CEN is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 21 July 2005.

Is LM05 CEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM05 CEN shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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