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CU53 KTG

2004 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2025
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

54,452 mi
Last recorded54,452 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2024
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU53 KTG
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2024 54,452 miles

Rear wheel tubs corroded

Suspension components corroded

Underside of vehicle has surface corrosion

Fail 18 Nov 2024 54,385 miles

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

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced spring hanger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near spring hanger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear wheel tubs corroded

Suspension components corroded

Underside of vehicle has surface corrosion

Fail 12 Dec 2023 94,667 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

rear wheel tubs corroding

vehicle been standing

Pass 14 Dec 2022 94,304 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front inner sills corroding (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear wheel tubs (7.1.1 (a) (i))

n/s/r bumper loose

vehicle been standing

Pass 15 Dec 2021 94,136 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

rear tyres over 10yrs old but twin wheel

vehicle been standing

Fail 7 Dec 2021 94,128 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre over ten years old is fitted to a front axle of a bus or coach (5.2.3 (m)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

rear tyres over 10yrs old but twin wheel

vehicle been standing

Pass 24 Nov 2020 94,098 miles

front metal brake pipes and central metal brake pipes corroding

o/s/f inner wing corroding

power steering pump damp

rear wheel tubs corrosion starting by seat mounts

vehicle been standing

wipers condition

Pass 5 Dec 2019 94,090 miles

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

rear chassis corroding

rear metal brake pipes corroding

seat belts slow to return

some seat belt stalks damaged

tow bar electrics cover missing

Fail 22 Nov 2019

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended end row (7.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

rear chassis corroding

rear metal brake pipes corroding

seat belts slow to return

some seat belt stalks damaged

tow bar electrics cover missing

Pass 21 Nov 2018 90,923 miles

f/r no plates condition

slight oil around power steering pump

Pass 28 Nov 2017 88,098 miles

oil leak

rear no plate condition

Fail 24 Nov 2017 88,088 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper (6.1.C.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

oil leak

rear no plate condition

Pass 21 Nov 2016 85,213 miles

exhaust condition

f metal brake pipes corroding

oil leak

Fail 16 Nov 2016 86,198 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

exhaust condition

f metal brake pipes corroding

oil leak

Pass 2 Dec 2015 84,119 miles

exhaust condition

oil leak

Pass 9 Jan 2014 77,698 miles

f discs condition rusty

oil around power steering pump

Pass 25 Jan 2013 72,084 miles

f discs condition

Pass 23 Jan 2012 68,251 miles

f discs corroding on inner faces

oil leak

Pass 2 Feb 2011 59,619 miles

condition of f discs

Fail 1 Feb 2011 59,617 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

condition of f discs

Pass 19 Jan 2010 50,005 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 49,999 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.1.B.6a)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.1b)

Pass 6 Feb 2009 40,252 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 33,054 miles

slight wear corrosion on front brake discs

Pass 12 Jan 2007 256,470 miles

stone chip damage on o/s swept area

Pass 4 Jan 2006 18,052 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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CU53 KTG is a 2004 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 CU53 KTG, 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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CU53 KTG is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 23 January 2004.

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