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SC54 DNF

2005 Ford Transit Connect

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC54 DNF
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 13 Jan 2020

Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected wireing in front of battery to relay insecure + wires not connected + exposed (4.11 (a) (ii))

Emissions not tested no oil showing on dipstick (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flex pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flex (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade torn (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flex (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine dripping (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component leaking around steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced both sides covers fitted over repeaters (4.4.3 (a))

Speedometer cannot be illuminated dash lights inop (7.8 (c) (ii))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users black smoke (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired bracket on axle hole worn where spring attaches (1.1.17 (a))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective tailpipe rubber mount missing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracked/perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear bumper not fitted

Pass 5 Mar 2019 111,342 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Feb 2019 111,342 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded all rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (b) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2018 111,347 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2018 111,342 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2017 111,342 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 111,345 miles

ALL PIPES COATED

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

Fail 14 Jan 2016 111,342 miles

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

ALL PIPES COATED

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

Pass 15 Oct 2014 104,772 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Fail 14 Oct 2014 104,763 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 89,624 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 15 Oct 2012 73,779 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

nearside front tyre wearing low on inner edge

Pass 3 Oct 2011 57,791 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 46,699 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 35,328 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2008 26,610 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2008 26,610 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2007 20,697 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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SC54 DNF is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 102,650 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 SC54 DNF, 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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SC54 DNF is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 13 January 2005.

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