CarVerify

Free Car Check

BF54 WVG

2004 Ford Transit Connect

Blue Petrol 1796cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests25 (13 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate52%

Mileage

232,781 mi
Last recorded232,781 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2019
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit Connect102,366 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF54 WVG
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 12 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2019 232,781 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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))

Fail 9 Nov 2019 232,781 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 220,448 miles

Both brake & clutch pedal anti slip rubbers worn

Both nearside & offside rear bumper outer quarter mouldings missing but not considered to exposing sharp edges

C.O reading at highest permissable reading for emission pass at time of test

Corrosion to offside rear metal brake pipe to flexible hose

Front brake pads wearing thin

Nearside Front tyre approaching 2mm tread depth

Nearside Rear worn close to exposing ply on inner tread pattern

Offside Front on 2mm tread depth & also worn unevenly & close to exposing ply on inner tread pattern

Offside Rear Inner sill corroded just considered structurally passable at time of test.

Offside Rear tyre between 1.6-2mm on inner tread pattern-advise early replacement

Fail 6 Dec 2018 220,447 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached mounting point (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Both brake & clutch pedal anti slip rubbers worn

Both nearside & offside rear bumper outer quarter mouldings missing but not considered to exposing sharp edges

C.O reading at highest permissable reading for emission pass at time of test

Corrosion to offside rear metal brake pipe to flexible hose

Nearside Front tyre approaching 2mm tread depth

Nearside Rear worn close to exposing ply on inner tread pattern

Offside Front on 2mm tread depth & also worn unevenly & close to exposing ply on inner tread pattern

Offside Rear Inner sill corroded just considered structurally passable at time of test.

Offside Rear tyre between 1.6-2mm on inner tread pattern-advise early replacement

Pass 21 Nov 2017 201,500 miles

Brake and Clutch pedal rubbers worn

Nearside and Offside outer sills corroding

Nearside and Offside rear inner sills corroding

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

Offside front wheel bearing getting noisy

Fail 13 Oct 2017 201,488 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2016 199,150 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear bumper end cap missing

Fail 20 Sep 2016 198,917 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear bumper end cap missing

Pass 25 Sep 2015 191,383 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 191,383 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 7 Oct 2014 184,153 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 184,153 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 180,993 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 180,991 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

radiator leaking

Fail 4 Oct 2012 179,422 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

nearside & offside rear bumper end caps missing

offside front inner cv gaitor starting to crack

tow bar electrical socket insecure " corroded "

Pass 4 Oct 2012 179,422 miles

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

nearside & offside rear bumper end caps missing

offside front inner cv gaitor starting to crack

tow bar electrical socket insecure " corroded "

Fail 10 Oct 2011

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 177,012 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 174,289 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Oct 2010 174,289 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 162,158 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 162,158 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 134,916 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 134,916 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 105,742 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Transit Connect?

Based on 3,622,068 MOT tests across 283,952 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
7,948
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
283,952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 121,813
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 105,772
Stop lamp not working 69,148
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 67,188
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,256
Full Ford Transit Connect reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BF54 WVG is a 2004 Ford Transit Connect in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52%.

Across all 2004 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 102,366 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Transit Connect fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 121,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF54 WVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit Connect typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 22 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BF54 WVG?

You can check the full history of BF54 WVG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BF54 WVG registered?

BF54 WVG is a 2004 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 22 September 2004.

Is BF54 WVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF54 WVG shows 25 tests with a 52% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BF54 WVG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BF54 WVG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.