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MV05 YNB

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2025
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

181,329 mi
Last recorded181,329 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2024
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2024 181,329 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2024 181,329 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2023 177,871 miles

Inner/Outer Sill corroding (both sides)

Fail 18 Mar 2023 177,871 miles

Inner/Outer Sill corroding (both sides)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 176,114 miles

Brake Pedal Rubber slightly worn

Front Brake Discs slightly scored/pitted (nearside & offside)

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both side (inner/outer) Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 171,420 miles

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

Underneath Body/Chassis has surface corrosion in various areas (inc. both side Sill)

Fail 6 Mar 2021 171,419 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Outer Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Underneath Body/Chassis has surface corrosion in various areas (inc. both side Sill)

Pass 6 Mar 2020 182,377 miles

seriously affecting overall security under body corroded

Fail 6 Mar 2020 182,377 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

seriously affecting overall security under body corroded

Pass 4 Mar 2019 163,478 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 157,994 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion near sides rear sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion off side rear sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 152,868 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 147,343 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 137,496 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 135,031 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2014 135,030 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2012 128,630 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 120,992 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 106,189 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 106,189 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 81,378 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 81,378 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 51,405 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 51,405 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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 YNB is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 102,650 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 YNB, 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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MV05 YNB is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 14 April 2005.

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