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SY05 SBZ

2005 Ford Transit Connect

Yellow Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

101,949 mi
Last recorded101,949 miles
Recorded on27 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY05 SBZ
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2016 101,949 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 97,122 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 88,825 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 May 2014 88,825 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 79,711 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 68,920 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 60,433 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 56,424 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 44,825 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 34,053 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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SY05 SBZ is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in Yellow with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SY05 SBZ, 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 SY05 SBZ registered?

SY05 SBZ is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 8 July 2005.

Is SY05 SBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY05 SBZ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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