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RJ55 LTT

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2019
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

110,312 mi
Last recorded110,312 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ55 LTT
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2018 110,312 miles

Alloy wheels fitted to rear and steel wheels fitted to front.

Both steel wheels have damaged rims.

Evidence of possible oil leak from power steering rack?

Exhaust security not 100%.

Fuel filler flap not locking.

High level brake light not working?

N/S rear tyre bald on inner edge. Recommend replacement.

O/S front driveshaft outer CV boot very poor.

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear indicators are a borderline pass. (1.4.A.2f)

front wipers and washers poor.

Fail 10 Feb 2018 110,288 miles

Emissions not tested Emissions have not been tested as the smoke is excessive. A decent drive of the vehicle may cure this but it is unsafe to do so. (7.4.B.1)

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' Crack across screen. (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

Alloy wheels fitted to rear and steel wheels fitted to front.

Both steel wheels have damaged rims.

Evidence of possible oil leak from power steering rack?

Exhaust security not 100%.

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fuel filler flap not locking.

High level brake light not working?

N/S rear tyre bald on inner edge. Recommend replacement.

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt Driveshaft inner & outer cv boots leaking grease. (2.5.C.1a)

O/S front driveshaft outer CV boot very poor.

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear indicators are a borderline pass. (1.4.A.2f)

front wipers and washers poor.

Pass 27 Feb 2017 102,690 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

Fail 27 Feb 2017 102,690 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Feb 2016 99,961 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 99,961 miles

Nearside Steering rack insecure tightened loose bolt (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working bad connection (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 93,524 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

door and bonnet locks stiff

non standard wheels and tyres fitted

Fail 23 Oct 2014 96,480 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

door and bonnet locks stiff

non standard wheels and tyres fitted

recheck steering lock to lock required

Pass 27 Oct 2013 84,217 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 73,469 miles

steering rack makes alot of noise but moves freely

Fail 1 Oct 2012 73,469 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

nail in o/s/f tyre

steering rack makes alot of noise but moves freely

Pass 22 Sep 2011 39,881 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 39,881 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 49,537 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 49,537 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2009 39,720 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 39,720 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 32,224 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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RJ55 LTT is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RJ55 LTT, 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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RJ55 LTT is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 20 October 2005.

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