2005 Ford Transit Connect 1.8L Diesel · WL55 DZR
2005 Ford Transit Connect (1.8L, diesel). First registered 01 Nov 2005. Recorded mileage 141,695 miles. MOT valid until 02 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- FORD TRANSIT CONNECT
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Truro
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 141,695 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WL55 DZR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/03/2026
- 141,695 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WL55 DZR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Ford Transit Connect (WL55 DZR) between March 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (14 issues), Bodywork (6 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))”.
WL55 DZR Mileage History
- 21/03/2024134,969 mi
- 25/03/2025138,033 mi+3,064 mi
- 04/04/2025138,034 mi+1 mi
- 26/03/2026141,694 mi+3,660 mi
- 26/03/2026141,695 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 3,341 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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