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AF04 LYG

2004 Ford Transit

Red Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

55,851 mi
Last recorded55,851 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF04 LYG
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 55,851 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 55,194 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 54,857 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear main run. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 1 Jul 2019 54,857 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear main run. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 54,577 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes o/s n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes along axel (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 54,178 miles

Offside Front wheel slight binding

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s/f and n/s/f rear wishbone bushes slight cracking

Pass 21 Jun 2016 53,792 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 53,156 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 52,014 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 50,943 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 49,863 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 46,181 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 42,678 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 35,015 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 25,235 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 24,390 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 18,246 miles

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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AF04 LYG is a 2004 Ford Transit in Red with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2004 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 102,384 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AF04 LYG, 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 22 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 AF04 LYG registered?

AF04 LYG is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 26 March 2004.

Is AF04 LYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF04 LYG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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