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BK04 YBY

2004 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

108,705 mi
Last recorded108,705 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK04 YBY
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2017 108,705 miles

Heavily Under Sealed

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

Pass 21 Nov 2016 94,219 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 89,345 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 89,342 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill jacking point (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 83,458 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 77,124 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

heater pipe leaking

n/s/f tyre side wall damaged

rear cross member corroded

Fail 22 Aug 2013 77,117 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

heater pipe leaking

n/s/f tyre side wall damaged

rear cross member corroded

Fail 17 Aug 2013 77,064 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

brake peddal anti slip slightly worn

offside obligatory mirror casing damged

water hose slightly leaking coolant

Pass 18 Aug 2012 70,955 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak

brake peddal anti slip rubber slightly worn

nearside front tyre outer wall has cut but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Fail 17 Aug 2012 70,955 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak

both front brake pads wearing low

brake peddal anti slip rubber slightly worn

nearside front tyre outer wall has cut but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 8 Aug 2011 65,969 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Spare tyre defective

brake peddal anti slip slightly worn

offside obligatory mirror backing cover missing

Fail 8 Aug 2011 65,969 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Spare tyre defective

brake peddal anti slip slightly worn

offside obligatory mirror backing cover missing

Pass 19 Jul 2010 58,453 miles

both front wiper blades are split

Pass 23 Jun 2009 49,561 miles

o/s/r tyre wearing uneven

Fail 23 Jun 2009 49,561 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/r tyre wearing uneven

Pass 3 Jul 2008 40,752 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 29,081 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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BK04 YBY is a 2004 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BK04 YBY, 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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What year was BK04 YBY registered?

BK04 YBY is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 March 2004.

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