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MJ55 BFZ

2005 Ford Transit Connect

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

154,011 mi
Last recorded154,011 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ55 BFZ
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2018 154,011 miles

Brake pipe slightly damaged front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 145,797 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2017 145,757 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake pipe inadequately clipped front to rear (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2016 46,710 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill has surface corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 3 Nov 2016 46,710 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill has surface corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 120,861 miles

advise corrosion on rear chassis

advise corrosion on sills

Fail 6 Nov 2015 120,861 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

advise corrosion on rear chassis

advise corrosion on sills

Pass 27 Oct 2014 111,674 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 27 Oct 2014 111,674 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 102,713 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 90,554 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 78,239 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 64,256 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 64,256 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 48,874 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 48,874 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 33,670 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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MJ55 BFZ is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2005 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 102,650 miles. This 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 MJ55 BFZ, 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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MJ55 BFZ is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 23 September 2005.

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