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PK05 ADO

2005 Ford Transit Connect

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

217,699 mi
Last recorded217,699 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK05 ADO
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 217,699 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 215,920 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2024 199,282 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Rack end ()

Pass 1 Feb 2023 189,841 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2021 184,648 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged damage to wall no cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 183,990 miles

Central Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 8 Oct 2020 183,990 miles

Central Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 182,831 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 177,433 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 164,595 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 148,729 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 131,850 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 109,160 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 90,855 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 73,631 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2010 59,630 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2010 59,630 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 18 Aug 2009 47,592 miles

Towbar retaining device missing (6.6.3a)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 47,592 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 33,050 miles

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

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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PK05 ADO is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 PK05 ADO, 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 PK05 ADO registered?

PK05 ADO is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 30 March 2005.

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