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BW04 GGJ

2004 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2014
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

179,966 mi
Last recorded179,966 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2013
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW04 GGJ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2013 179,966 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 18 Jan 2013 179,966 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 164,911 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 164,909 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Fail 19 May 2010 152,677 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear bumper insecure

Pass 19 May 2010 152,677 miles

Rear bumper insecure

Fail 5 Mar 2009 134,895 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2009 134,895 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 123,525 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 123,525 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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BW04 GGJ is a 2004 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 BW04 GGJ, 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 BW04 GGJ registered?

BW04 GGJ is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is BW04 GGJ safe to buy?

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