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BL54 FYU

2004 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2015
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

181,262 mi
Last recorded181,262 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2014
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL54 FYU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2014 181,262 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2013 177,559 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 177,559 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 166,931 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 154,488 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 154,480 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 136,282 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 136,282 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 106,498 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2009 105,808 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front bumper insecure

Pass 17 Jan 2008 79,110 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2008 79,110 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 31 Dec 2007 78,114 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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BL54 FYU is a 2004 Ford Transit in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 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 BL54 FYU, 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 BL54 FYU registered?

BL54 FYU is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 24 December 2004.

Is BL54 FYU safe to buy?

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