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MV05 XRW

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

226,163 mi
Last recorded226,163 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 XRW
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2015 226,163 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2014 216,322 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2014 210,662 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 201,876 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 190,494 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 173,629 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 173,629 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2010 142,280 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 100,215 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 100,215 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 63,670 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 62,746 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.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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MV05 XRW is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MV05 XRW, 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 MV05 XRW registered?

MV05 XRW is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is MV05 XRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV05 XRW shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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