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DN53 SGO

2004 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

186,070 mi
Last recorded186,070 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2016
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN53 SGO
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2016 186,070 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

both front wishbone bushes slightly perished

oil leak

Fail 14 Jul 2016 186,041 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Both front wishbone (rear bushes) are slightly perished

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

oil leak

Pass 20 Jul 2015 176,750 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 161,167 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 148,397 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 139,605 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 116,633 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 61,233 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 55,644 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 52,279 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 49,619 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2007 49,619 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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DN53 SGO is a 2004 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DN53 SGO, 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 DN53 SGO registered?

DN53 SGO is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 4 February 2004.

Is DN53 SGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN53 SGO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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