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SB05 XOE

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

150,009 mi
Last recorded150,009 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB05 XOE
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2017 150,009 miles

Windscreen damaged.

Fail 1 Dec 2017 150,009 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen damaged.

Pass 15 Dec 2016 141,024 miles

Slight rear brake judder.

Windscreen cracked.

Pass 31 Jul 2015 121,362 miles

Exhaust heatshield loose

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

Oil leak

Rear exhaust deteriorating

Windscreen cracked on drivers side but not impairing vision

Fail 31 Jul 2015 854 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust heatshield loose

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

Oil leak

Rear exhaust deteriorating

Windscreen cracked on drivers side but not impairing vision

Pass 28 Jul 2014 100,312 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Rear brake pipes corroded.

Rear bumper end caps missing.

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

Fail 28 Jul 2014 100,312 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Lower engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Rear brake pipes corroded.

Rear bumper end caps missing.

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 92,937 miles

heat shields loose

Fail 29 Jul 2013 92,934 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

heat shields loose

Pass 30 Jul 2012 83,319 miles

rear bumper cover missing

Fail 30 Jul 2012 83,319 miles

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

Nearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

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

Offside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

coolant level low

rear bumper cover missing

Pass 5 Aug 2011 74,098 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 63,391 miles

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

orrside front brake operation noisy

Pass 30 Jul 2009 54,243 miles

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

Nearside rear valve stem splitting

Offside rear tyre low tread on outer edge

Fail 30 Jul 2009 54,243 miles

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

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear valve stem splitting

Offside rear tyre low tread on outer edge

Pass 6 Aug 2008 47,003 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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SB05 XOE is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 SB05 XOE, 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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What year was SB05 XOE registered?

SB05 XOE is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 16 June 2005.

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