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MJ55 BHW

2005 Ford Transit Connect

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2022
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

158,520 mi
Last recorded158,520 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ55 BHW
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Fail 28 Oct 2022 158,520 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases FRONT FLEXI SNAPPED (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Feb 2021 153,354 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 21 May 2019 150,060 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2019 150,054 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to reatr both sides to rear flexys corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt cv boot split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill corroded knock backj to good metal and weld continous (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill corroded knock back to good metal and continous weld (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating drum (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive oil filter area? (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 24 Mar 2018 148,740 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2018 148,267 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 143,930 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 23 Mar 2017 143,930 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 135,985 miles

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Fail 21 Mar 2016 135,985 miles

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

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2015 117,969 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2015 117,961 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Coolant leak

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

Pass 29 Jan 2014 115,465 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 115,465 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 105,235 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 99,442 miles

Wheel trims fitted.

Fail 18 Oct 2011 99,442 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Wheel trims fitted.

Pass 18 Oct 2010 85,127 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 66,674 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

wheel trims fitted

Fail 12 Oct 2009 66,601 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

wheel trims fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2008 41,342 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 BHW is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 BHW, 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 BHW is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 14 October 2005.

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