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BT53 GJV

2004 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

105,053 mi
Last recorded105,053 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2018
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 GJV
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2018 105,053 miles

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

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2018 101,648 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength engine bay (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Window damaged and affecting the driver's view of an obligatory external mirror (3.2 (a) (ii))

Window damaged and affecting the driver's view of an obligatory external mirror all over (3.2 (a) (ii))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front door step corroded

Pass 16 Mar 2017 97,459 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 97,459 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 88,448 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 80,366 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 65,722 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 60,927 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 57,166 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 51,782 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 46,819 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 41,539 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 33,395 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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BT53 GJV is a 2004 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BT53 GJV, 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 BT53 GJV registered?

BT53 GJV is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 5 October 2004.

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The MOT history for BT53 GJV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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