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VF55 UYK

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

126,241 mi
Last recorded126,241 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF55 UYK
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2018 126,241 miles

Oil leak ()

brake & clutch pedal anti slip rubbers worn

Fail 11 Jan 2018 126,223 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

brake & clutch pedal anti slip rubbers worn

Pass 12 Jan 2017 117,333 miles

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak engine ()

damage to radiator lower bracket

no coolant in headertank

Pass 13 Jan 2016 107,397 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

oil leak intercooler hose

Pass 30 Jan 2015 98,485 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

damage to underside of vehicle [radiatior brackets bent ]

light misting of oil steering rack area

Fail 8 Jan 2015 98,422 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Rear Lower engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

damage to undersie of vehicle [ radiatior brackets bent]

light misting fron steering rack area

Pass 7 Jan 2014 91,568 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 82,054 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 70,518 miles

rear bumper corner

Pass 5 Jan 2011 59,174 miles

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

Fail 5 Jan 2011 59,174 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2010 49,913 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2009 38,150 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 38,150 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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VF55 UYK is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VF55 UYK, 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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What year was VF55 UYK registered?

VF55 UYK is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 30 December 2005.

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