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CW53 GYK

2004 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

174,887 mi
Last recorded174,887 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2020
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW53 GYK
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2020 174,887 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

body corroded in multiple areas not in prescribed areas

Fail 3 Dec 2020 174,887 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Nov 2019 162,840 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2019 162,840 miles

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

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

Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Dec 2018 147,540 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 139,048 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 135,413 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 133,701 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2016 133,659 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (2.4.A.3)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded nearside and offside front (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded nearside and offside door steps (2.4.A.3)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded nearide and offside outer silkls (2.4.A.3)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded nearside and offside rear wheel arches (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 30 Dec 2015 125,062 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2015 117,240 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 105,431 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 94,132 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 81,530 miles

front nearside tyre worn close to limit recomend moveing to rear axle or spaire

sills are corroded and blistered and would avoid further damage if rustproof treated and stone chipe coated

Pass 19 Jan 2011 75,003 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 67,223 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 60,463 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 47,357 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2008 47,357 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2007 29,629 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2007 29,629 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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CW53 GYK is a 2004 Ford Transit in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 CW53 GYK, 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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What year was CW53 GYK registered?

CW53 GYK is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 28 January 2004.

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