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VU55 VOB

2005 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

172,684 mi
Last recorded172,684 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU55 VOB
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2017 172,684 miles

exhaust rear section corroded and blowing slightly

near side front anti roll bar link lower rubber split

off side and near side front tyres inner edges bald and at legal limits

off side front lower swivel joint rubber split

off side front wheel dented and buckled

off side rear tyre inner edge worn low

oil leaks

Pass 5 Jan 2016 158,469 miles

near side rear tyre worn very close to limits

oil leaks

Pass 6 Jan 2015 142,129 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 133,895 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 133,380 miles

Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

off side rear tyre wearing down close to limits

Pass 10 May 2012 111,928 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 91,423 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 66,471 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 66,448 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jan 2009 52,891 miles

noise from engine area when reved

tyre treads getting down.

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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VU55 VOB is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VU55 VOB, 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 VU55 VOB registered?

VU55 VOB is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 15 September 2005.

Is VU55 VOB safe to buy?

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