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YA55 VCW

2005 Ford Transit Connect

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2025
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

184,209 mi
Last recorded184,209 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA55 VCW
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2024 184,209 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear brakes binding

Pass 2 Oct 2023 180,935 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both side (1.2.1 (f))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

brake pedal rubber worn

exhaust corroded

Fail 20 Sep 2023 180,931 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting both side sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting both side sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both side (1.2.1 (f))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

brake pedal rubber worn

exhaust corroded

Pass 12 Sep 2022 178,248 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

general corrosion under body

Pass 26 Aug 2021 177,138 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 174,214 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 170,032 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 164,083 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 164,083 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 158,216 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 152,457 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 152,457 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working and centre (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 147,267 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 145,444 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 145,444 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 May 2013 136,313 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 136,302 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2012 119,087 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2012 119,086 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 81,503 miles

horn needs attention

Pass 20 Jan 2009 51,975 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2009 51,975 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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YA55 VCW is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 YA55 VCW, 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 YA55 VCW registered?

YA55 VCW is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 29 December 2005.

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