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AG04 NLU

2004 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG04 NLU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2025

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2024
Pass 1 Mar 2023
Fail 20 Feb 2023

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill and inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer and inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 83,223 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 18 Feb 2022 83,223 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2021

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Underbody Corrosion

Pass 27 Jan 2020

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

o/s outer sill corroded

Pass 26 Feb 2019

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

o/s inner sill area corroded

o/s outer sill corroded

power steering pipes slightly damp

propshaft centre bearing poor condition

Pass 26 Jan 2018

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

both rear tyres poor condition

front brake disc poor condition

n/s/r wheel slightly binding

rear exhaust hanger corroded

Pass 16 Feb 2017

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

front brake disc corroded on inner faces

Fail 15 Feb 2017

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

front brake disc corroded on inner faces

Pass 5 Feb 2016 56,626 miles

front discs poor condition

rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 13 Feb 2015 54,587 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 50,103 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 10 Feb 2014 50,099 miles

Centre Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 45,059 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2011 38,135 miles

nsf disc worn

nsf spot light loose

osf disc worn

Pass 2 Sep 2010 33,014 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 26,812 miles

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

slight corrosion to front discs

wipers split

Pass 18 Aug 2008 22,805 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 22,805 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 16,419 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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AG04 NLU is a 2004 Ford Transit in Silver with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 AG04 NLU, 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.

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AG04 NLU is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 27 August 2004.

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