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SB55 OWL

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

168,811 mi
Last recorded168,811 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB55 OWL
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 168,811 miles

Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 167,140 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDE (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 7 Jan 2025 167,140 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDE (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2024 165,106 miles

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

Front Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2022 161,373 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 158,072 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2020 155,388 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 152,227 miles

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

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

Offside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 21 Aug 2019 152,227 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

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

Offside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 21 Aug 2018 145,798 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 138,166 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 131,409 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 123,839 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 114,295 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 104,746 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2012 92,324 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 78,413 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 65,957 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 57,190 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

crack in nearside mirror

Fail 26 Sep 2009 57,190 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

crack in nearside mirror

Pass 27 Aug 2008 51,584 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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SB55 OWL is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 102,650 miles. This 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 SB55 OWL, 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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SB55 OWL is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 5 September 2005.

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