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BV04 VNG

2004 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

189,069 mi
Last recorded189,069 miles
Recorded on25 May 2021
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV04 VNG
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 May 2021 189,069 miles

Nearside sliding door handle loose

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive panelling (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

corrosion in vehicle generally ,some away from prescribed areas

test class changed to 4 as vehicle presented as a camper

underside rusty and repaired (further welding maybe required next year)

Fail 18 May 2021 189,069 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel ach/floor panelling ,30cm to spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger,30cm to rear spring -front mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength top of chassis rail,30cm to front suspension (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor -30cm to spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger,30cm to rear spring -front mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel ach/floor panelling ,30cm to spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside sliding door handle loose

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive panelling (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

corrosion in vehicle generally ,some away from prescribed areas

test class changed to 4 as vehicle presented as a camper

Pass 12 Dec 2019

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view center (3.2 (a) (i))

body work poor

Pass 5 Dec 2018 151,243 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2018 151,233 miles

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel cable also fitted incorectly (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle which is also emergency exit (6.2.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 126,547 miles

All corrosion

Fail 7 Dec 2017 126,537 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded door sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded by seat mount inside (5.2.6)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2016 93,965 miles

Retested only by a h smith

Fail 1 Dec 2016 93,965 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner/sill front and rear of (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner wing (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings step (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer/sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner wing (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings step (6.1.B.2)

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

rear access step has been removed making emergency exit dangerous

Pass 10 Dec 2015 50,292 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

centre exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 21 Jan 2014
Fail 20 Jan 2014

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

exhaust deteriorated

offside rear inner tyre tread low

Pass 29 Jan 2013
Pass 21 Jan 2012
Pass 10 Jan 2011 29,309 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 29,309 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2009 28,248 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 21,614 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 16,332 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 10,995 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 7,908 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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BV04 VNG 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 72.7%.

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 BV04 VNG, 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.

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BV04 VNG is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 5 March 2004.

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