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MV55 ZDS

2005 Ford Transit Connect

Maroon Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

127,561 mi
Last recorded127,561 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV55 ZDS
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2018 127,561 miles

Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive And rear sills and chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 118,234 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 114,749 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 109,768 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 104,236 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 95,315 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 95,397 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2012 85,383 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 77,869 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 77,869 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 70,794 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 63,685 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 56,659 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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MV55 ZDS is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in Maroon with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 MV55 ZDS, 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 MV55 ZDS registered?

MV55 ZDS is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 27 September 2005.

Is MV55 ZDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV55 ZDS shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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