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BW53 AZU

2004 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

56,473 mi
Last recorded56,473 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2013
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW53 AZU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2013 56,473 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

slight imbalance at rear brakes

Pass 12 Mar 2012 53,678 miles

Oil leak

Fail 12 Mar 2012 53,676 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Dec 2010 49,861 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 49,622 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 44,200 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 36,676 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 28,203 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 20,792 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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BW53 AZU is a 2004 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BW53 AZU, 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 BW53 AZU?

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What year was BW53 AZU registered?

BW53 AZU is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 16 January 2004.

Is BW53 AZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW53 AZU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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