2005 · 19 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2005 Ford Transit MOT pass rate and common faults

2,777 MOT tests in 2024. 56.9% passed first time, compared with 56.5% for all cars the same age.

101About average
Passed first time56.9%
Failed or needed repairs43.1%
Typical mileage at test115,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 2,777 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength12.0%
  2. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced4.4%
  3. Position lamp: not working4.0%
  4. Chassis condition: or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting4.0%
  5. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded4.0%
  6. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively3.8%
  7. Service brake imbalance: across an axle3.5%
  8. Chassis condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced3.3%
  9. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced3.1%
  10. Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play3.0%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics33.8%
  2. Suspension28.1%
  3. Body & chassis25.6%
  4. Brakes22.9%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)10.2%
  6. Tyres5.8%
  7. Steering5.3%
  8. Emissions & leaks4.9%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded25.3%
  2. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine19.1%
  3. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm12.0%
  4. Suspension arms - pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn11.3%
  5. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened10.1%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year is about as good as an average car its age. Before buying, check the area that fails most: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2005 Ford Transit?

In 2024, 56.9% of 2005 Ford Transit cars passed their MOT first time, across 2,777 tests. The average for all 19-year-old cars was 56.5%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2005 Ford Transit?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced; position lamp: not working. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2005 Ford Transit reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 101, which is about average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).