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MT05 DFE

2005 Ford Transit Connect

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

114,795 mi
Last recorded114,795 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT05 DFE
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2020 114,795 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2020 114,706 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 107,807 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 103,986 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 96,296 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 92,707 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 87,327 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 82,401 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 78,014 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 72,792 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 62,702 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 61,292 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 54,122 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 48,539 miles

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

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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MT05 DFE is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 MT05 DFE, 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 MT05 DFE registered?

MT05 DFE is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 6 June 2005.

Is MT05 DFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT05 DFE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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