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SM55 YUW

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 YUW
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2019

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2018 157,043 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 152,381 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 147,504 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 140,400 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 132,447 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 127,996 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 119,258 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 106,917 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 100,500 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 100,500 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 77,503 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 53,539 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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SM55 YUW is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SM55 YUW, 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 SM55 YUW registered?

SM55 YUW is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is SM55 YUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM55 YUW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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