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BV54 TNF

2004 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

258,125 mi
Last recorded258,125 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV54 TNF
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 258,125 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security step (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2026 258,120 miles

Rear Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security step (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2025 253,340 miles

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 246,106 miles

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Jan 2024 246,103 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 240,879 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2022 234,129 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2022 234,126 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 224,416 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Heavy coating of underseal to O/S and N/S step repairs.

Nearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 19 Feb 2021 224,416 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Heavy coating of underseal to O/S and N/S step repairs.

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage loose Not attached at seat base (7.1.1 (b))

Nearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 216,510 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 207,974 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 200,262 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 188,876 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 176,794 miles

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 159,780 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 139,775 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 124,390 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 109,005 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 93,310 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 75,382 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 63,327 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

both handbrake cables rubbing on rear wheels

n/s/r hub oil seal leaking

Pass 8 Aug 2007 35,290 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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BV54 TNF is a 2004 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 BV54 TNF, 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 BV54 TNF registered?

BV54 TNF is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 27 September 2004.

Is BV54 TNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV54 TNF shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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