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SH55 JRU

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,419 mi
Last recorded94,419 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH55 JRU
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2023 94,419 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 92,308 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 88,414 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2019 82,205 miles

under side of vehicle freshly coated/ treated

Fail 30 May 2019 82,175 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under side of vehicle freshly coated/ treated

Pass 31 May 2018 77,537 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2017 74,034 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2016 71,248 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 66,841 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 62,554 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 57,529 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 52,890 miles

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

vehicle would benifit from under body protection

Pass 9 May 2011 45,001 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 39,875 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 32,844 miles

Damage to sidewall n/s/f tyre

Fail 12 May 2009 32,844 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Damage to sidewall n/s/f tyre

Fail 21 Nov 2008 30,142 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Nov 2008 30,142 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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SH55 JRU 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 83.3%.

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 SH55 JRU, 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 SH55 JRU registered?

SH55 JRU is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is SH55 JRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH55 JRU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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