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BU04 NRJ

2004 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2025
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi
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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Fail 28 Apr 2025
Pass 24 Feb 2024 188,771 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2024 188,038 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 168,558 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2022 167,682 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 132,583 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 131,459 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 131,450 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 117,143 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 112,904 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 108,710 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 108,710 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 102,696 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 94,460 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 85,938 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 72,521 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 61,043 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 47,201 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2007 47,201 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 Nov 2006 32,991 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Nov 2006 32,991 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 NRJ is a 2004 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 BU04 NRJ, 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 NRJ registered?

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

Is BU04 NRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU04 NRJ shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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