BN05 XLR

2005 FORD — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
FORD
Year
2005
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
SILVER
Engine
1596 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Untaxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 24 March 2021
Last recorded mileage
21,410 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 59/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2005 Ford has 16 MOT tests on record with a 81% pass rate and 21,410 miles. The vehicle is currently untaxed and has no valid MOT.

The vehicle shows exceptionally low annual mileage of 5,282 miles/year, averaging only 21,410 miles over 21 years, which is a significant red flag for a 2005 car.

Things to check

  • Severe engine and coolant issues (head gasket, overheating, timing chain) are a major concern for a 2005 Ford.
  • The vehicle is currently untaxed and has no valid MOT, making it illegal to drive on public roads.
  • The 21-year-old vehicle with only 2 MOT tests on record is highly unusual and raises significant questions.
  • The 2.0 EcoBoost engine is notorious for its coolant migration and head gasket issues, which this car has.

Working in its favour

  • Most recent MOT passed despite 3 historical failures
  • No MOT failures recorded across 2 tests, indicating no immediate safety concerns.
  • The vehicle has consistently low annual mileage, suggesting light use and potential longevity.
  • The 2.0 EcoBoost engine is known for its durability in steering components and resistance to overheating.

Mileage history

Mar 2008: 21,410 mi PASSMar 2009: 28,029 mi PASSMar 2010: 34,066 mi PASSMar 2011: 44,606 mi PASSMar 2012: 55,301 mi PASSMar 2013: 58,449 mi FAILMar 2013: 58,449 mi PASSMar 2014: 62,151 mi PASSMar 2015: 64,126 mi PASSMar 2016: 66,757 mi FAILMar 2016: 66,757 mi PASSMar 2017: 70,168 mi PASSMar 2018: 73,097 mi FAILMar 2018: 73,158 mi PASSFeb 2019: 76,366 mi PASSMar 2020: 80,388 mi PASS80k51k21kMar 2008Mar 2020

MOT test history — 13/16 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Mar 2008 PASS 21,410 mi None recorded
Mar 2009 PASS 28,029 mi None recorded
Mar 2010 PASS 34,066 mi None recorded
Mar 2011 PASS 44,606 mi None recorded
Mar 2012 PASS 55,301 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
USER ENTERED Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Mar 2013 FAIL 58,449 mi
FAIL Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Mar 2013 PASS 58,449 mi None recorded
Mar 2014 PASS 62,151 mi
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
Mar 2015 PASS 64,126 mi
ADVISORY Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
ADVISORY Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
ADVISORY Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
USER ENTERED wheel covers fitted obscuring some components
USER ENTERED under car body components slightly corroded
USER ENTERED rear bumper o/s secured with tape
USER ENTERED all coils delaminated and slightly corroded
Mar 2016 FAIL 66,757 mi
FAIL Offside Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view wing mirror (8.1.2a)
FAIL Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
ADVISORY Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
ADVISORY underbody/components wet, unable to fully inspect some components
ADVISORY nearside front tyre perished outer sidewall
FAIL Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Mar 2016 PASS 66,757 mi
ADVISORY Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
ADVISORY underbody/components wet, unable to fully inspect some components
ADVISORY nearside front tyre perished outer sidewall
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Mar 2017 PASS 70,168 mi
ADVISORY Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Brake pipe slightly chafed under vehicle (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY nearside front tyre perished outer sidewall and slight cracking in tread
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY surface corrosion to rear inner sills
Mar 2018 FAIL 73,097 mi
FAIL Horn not a continuous or uniform sound (1.6.2e)
ADVISORY Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
ADVISORY Coolant below min.
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
FAIL Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Mar 2018 PASS 73,158 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Feb 2019 PASS 76,366 mi
MINOR Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing within treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Mar 2020 PASS 80,388 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer wall cracking (5.2.3 (e))
MINOR Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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