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BU04 DZS

2004 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,431 mi
Last recorded59,431 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 DZS
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2026 59,431 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2025 58,087 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 54,301 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across axle to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 May 2017 53,015 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 51,633 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 51,632 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Inner small cuts in tread recommend replacement

Pass 2 Apr 2015 50,250 miles

4th row center seat belt clasp outer casing damaged

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Fail 2 Apr 2015 50,250 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

4th row center seat belt clasp outer casing damaged

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 47,935 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 47,932 miles

Rear Emergency exit door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.D.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 44,747 miles

Prop-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing

Fail 12 Mar 2013 44,747 miles

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

Prop-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing

Pass 22 Feb 2012 41,478 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 38,742 miles

N/s/f tyre has a cut in the outer sidewall, is wearing on the outer edge and has a small lump forming in the tread

O/s/f tyre worn on the inner edge and is close to the legal limit

Pass 6 Jan 2010 35,970 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 34,217 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 28,436 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 21,743 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 21,739 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not in good working order (not working) (1.5.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2005 13,408 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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BU04 DZS is a 2004 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BU04 DZS, 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 BU04 DZS registered?

BU04 DZS is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 27 April 2004.

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The MOT history for BU04 DZS shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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