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MF55 WZR

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

186,389 mi
Last recorded186,389 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF55 WZR
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 186,389 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2026 186,376 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jul 2025 169,627 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Jul 2025 169,627 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2024 157,412 miles

rear brakes poor effort

Pass 17 Mar 2023 85,139 miles

Front brake pads - worn low

Nearside Front Inner cv boot - heavily perished

reverse lights - inop

Pass 30 Nov 2021 44,224 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 42,155 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/f, n/s/r, o/s/r, o/s/f (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 24 Nov 2020 42,155 miles

Exhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/f, n/s/r, o/s/r, o/s/f (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 39,640 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2018 35,384 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2017 32,467 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 29,809 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2016 29,809 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear nail in tyre/punctured

Pass 12 Nov 2015 25,473 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 25,473 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 23,537 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 22,198 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 22,198 miles

Nearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 21,968 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Nov 2011
Pass 18 Nov 2010 18,084 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 15,351 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2009 15,349 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Fail 19 Nov 2009 15,349 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 12,819 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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MF55 WZR is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 102,650 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 MF55 WZR, 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 MF55 WZR registered?

MF55 WZR is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 29 November 2005.

Is MF55 WZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF55 WZR shows 27 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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