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LY55 BVM

2005 Ford Transit Connect

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,321 mi
Last recorded93,321 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY55 BVM
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2016 93,321 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Nov 2016 93,320 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2015 89,162 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2014 85,933 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

battery light on

Pass 19 Nov 2013 80,484 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2012 74,320 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2012 74,320 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 67,923 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 59,017 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 47,400 miles

n/s/r tyre wall perishing, front pads very low.

Pass 31 Oct 2008 35,197 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 23,647 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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LY55 BVM is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LY55 BVM, 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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What year was LY55 BVM registered?

LY55 BVM is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is LY55 BVM safe to buy?

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