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AD55 AEU

2006 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2017
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

178,457 mi
Last recorded178,457 miles
Recorded on18 May 2016
Typical for 2006 Ford Transit103,774 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD55 AEU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 May 2016 178,457 miles

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

general corrosion to underside

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 13 May 2016 178,427 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

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

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

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

general corrosion to underside

Pass 10 Apr 2015 164,856 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 151,989 miles

long parking brake travel

n/s o/s parking brake reading low

n/s o/s rear of rear spring hangers have been fouling chassi .

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 18 Jan 2014 151,989 miles

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

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

long parking brake travel

n/s o/s parking brake reading low

n/s o/s rear of rear spring hangers have been fouling chassi .

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 133,223 miles

Glow plug light flashing

OSF tyre wear on inner edge

both rear shackle brackets close to body

Fail 15 Jan 2013 133,223 miles

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

Glow plug light flashing

OSF tyre wear on inner edge

both rear shackle brackets close to body

Pass 11 Jan 2012 111,461 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 111,461 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2011 88,928 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 18 Jan 2011 88,928 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2010 69,684 miles

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

vehicle laden,near to bump stops.

Fail 7 Jan 2010 69,684 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

vehicle laden,near to bump stops.

Pass 16 Jan 2009 51,918 miles

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

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

wiper switch fault,intermittent park

Fail 16 Jan 2009 51,918 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

wiper switch fault,intermittent park

How Reliable is the Ford Transit?

Based on 16,371,688 MOT tests across 1,454,648 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
7,998
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,454,648
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 551,926
Brake pipe excessively corroded 469,823
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 469,369
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 418,048
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 414,266
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AD55 AEU is a 2006 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 2006 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 103,774 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Transit fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 551,926 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD55 AEU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 20 years old, this Ford Transit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD55 AEU registered?

AD55 AEU is a 2006 Ford Transit, first registered on 25 January 2006.

Is AD55 AEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD55 AEU shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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