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BU53 GBO

2004 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2023
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

122,186 mi
Last recorded122,186 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2022
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 GBO
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2022 122,186 miles

exhaust badly corroded

Pass 24 Sep 2021 119,721 miles

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis and under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively front and rear (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 16 Sep 2021 119,715 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired plate not welded on edge towards suspension leg , as marked with yellow ckalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis and under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively front and rear (1.2.1 (e))

Tyre obviously under inflated both rear inner tyres flat (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 116,547 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced heavily under sealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

reverse lights inoperative

Pass 11 Oct 2019 113,602 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 108,996 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 100,628 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 95,670 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 88,248 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded lower front bulkhead (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 79,167 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 70,501 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 70,491 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Feb 2013 59,587 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 49,940 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 44,480 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 37,330 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 36,694 miles

Oil leak

Pass 27 Oct 2008 31,176 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 25,164 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 19,421 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 GBO is a 2004 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GBO, 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 BU53 GBO registered?

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

Is BU53 GBO safe to buy?

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