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AY04 LZU

2004 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

89,046 mi
Last recorded89,046 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY04 LZU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 89,046 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 88,045 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both side (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 5 Mar 2024 85,784 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 83,244 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 80,267 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 177,123 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 76,027 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 71,841 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 71,686 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jun 2017 65,862 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2016 59,532 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 59,488 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 54,458 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jun 2014 47,712 miles

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

Front wheel trims fitted incorrectly and fouling tyre valves

O/S rear hub seal slightly damp

Fail 19 Jun 2014 47,712 miles

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

Front wheel trims fitted incorrectly and fouling tyre valves

O/S rear hub seal slightly damp

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 46,387 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 42,570 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 36,288 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 32,837 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2010 32,837 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 25,117 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 20,000 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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AY04 LZU is a 2004 Ford Transit in White with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AY04 LZU, 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 AY04 LZU registered?

AY04 LZU is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 20 July 2004.

Is AY04 LZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY04 LZU shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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