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MT55 EJG

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

157,326 mi
Last recorded157,326 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT55 EJG
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 157,326 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

some steering and suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

surface rust on exhaust system

surface rust on floor panels front and rear subframes steering and suspension components, brake components inner and outer sills

Pass 14 Feb 2025 153,888 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

some steering and suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

surface rust on exhausts system

surface rust on floors chassis rails front and rear subframes steering and suspension components inner and outer sill

Pass 13 Feb 2024 150,883 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security n/s rear inner and outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security o/s rear inner and outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

all floor panels chassis rails steering suspension and brake components are starting to corrode and deteriorate

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to crack and deteriorate

Pass 1 Feb 2019 150,872 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Jan 2019 150,871 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 147,927 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rears (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both fronts on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

Pass 23 Nov 2016
Pass 24 Nov 2015 135,438 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both fronts on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 127,755 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 116,191 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2011 106,945 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 94,784 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2010 94,784 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2009 87,197 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2009 87,197 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Fail 24 Oct 2008 79,799 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 79,799 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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MT55 EJG is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 MT55 EJG, 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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MT55 EJG is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 16 November 2005.

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