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LN05 URM

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Lpg 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN05 URM
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2024

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2023

Gearbox mounting defective dog leg

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive various (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Oct 2023

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Gearbox mounting defective dog leg

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive various (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2022

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

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

Gearbox mounting defective dog leg worn

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 7 Oct 2022

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

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

Gearbox mounting defective dog leg worn

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 6 Oct 2021

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2020

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rocker cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2020

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rocker cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2019

Both Front Tyres Have Uneven Wear

Fail 26 Sep 2019

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced pair (4.1.4 (b))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

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

Both Front Tyres Have Uneven Wear

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

Pass 5 Jun 2018
Pass 23 Jun 2017

Front coil spring corroded x2 (2.4.C.1b)

Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2016
Pass 18 Feb 2015 48,521 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 30,306 miles

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

slight corrosion on suspension and components

Pass 27 Feb 2013 39,000 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

offside front tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 20 Feb 2012 33,998 miles

nails in both rear tyres.

Pass 10 Feb 2011 28,815 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 23,384 miles

all tyres getting low.

offside rear indicator pale.

Pass 3 Mar 2009 17,039 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 11,488 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 11,488 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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LN05 URM is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,796cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 LN05 URM, 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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LN05 URM is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 4 March 2005.

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