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BU53 FZR

2004 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

74,673 mi
Last recorded74,673 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 FZR
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 74,673 miles

Front rubbish in drivers view

Nearside Rear number plate light dim

Rear both rear wheels have end float

corrosion in both inner and outer sills both sides

Pass 28 Jan 2016 65,992 miles

Nearside outer and inner sill rotted out

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

Pass 20 Feb 2015

nearside rear outer sill missing

Pass 30 Jan 2014 48,769 miles

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

nearside rear outer sill missing

Pass 30 Jan 2013 47,712 miles

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

Oil leak

nearside outer sill croaded

Pass 27 Jan 2012 46,064 miles

nearside rear outer sill croaded

Pass 1 Feb 2011 44,522 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2011 44,511 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2010 43,614 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 43,454 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2008 35,525 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2007 27,539 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2007 27,539 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 21,957 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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BU53 FZR is a 2004 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BU53 FZR, 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

How do I check the history of BU53 FZR?

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What year was BU53 FZR registered?

BU53 FZR is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 January 2004.

Is BU53 FZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 FZR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU53 FZR have outstanding finance?

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