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BN54 UET

2004 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

237,715 mi
Last recorded237,715 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2016
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN54 UET
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2016 237,715 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 222,602 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 214,602 miles

Oil leak

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2013 198,817 miles

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

exhaust rusty

Pass 5 Sep 2012 181,630 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 169,089 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 142,938 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

driveshaft 'doughnut' mounting has play.

n/s/f wiper starting to smear windscreen

oil leak around sump and gearbox area - unable to pinpoint source

Pass 7 Sep 2009 110,267 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 110,236 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2008 62,785 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 62,785 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 49,754 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 49,754 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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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BN54 UET is a 2004 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BN54 UET, 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 BN54 UET registered?

BN54 UET is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 6 September 2004.

Is BN54 UET safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN54 UET shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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