2005 Ford Transit Minibus MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Transit Minibus models manufactured in 2005, based on 905 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
This page shows all Transit Minibus cars tested in 2005. Want to see how cars built in 2005 hold up over time?
View 2005 Ford Transit Minibus vintage page → (51.4% current pass rate)2005 Ford Transit Minibus MOT Analysis
The 2005 Ford Transit Minibus has an MOT pass rate of 60.6% based on 905 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 75,975 miles on the odometer. With a 39.4% failure rate, the 2005 Transit Minibus is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2005 Ford Transit Minibus is Body, chassis, structure, responsible for 0.1% of failures. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs range from £100–500+.
Top failures specific to 2005 models only. The overall Transit Minibus page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 0.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 75,975 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body & Structure | 0.01 | 0.1% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2005 Ford Transit Minibus has an MOT pass rate of 60.6% based on 905 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 75,975 miles on the odometer. With a 39.4% failure rate, the 2005 Transit Minibus is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2005 Ford Transit Minibus, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to body, chassis, structure: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely. At 75,975 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Body, chassis, structure — 0.1% of failures
Body, chassis, structure issues account for 0.1% of MOT failures on 2005 Ford Transit Minibus models. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs: £100–500+. Pre-MOT check: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.