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DY54 PLU

2004 Ford Transit

Orange Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

156,645 mi
Last recorded156,645 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY54 PLU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2017 156,645 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded in the wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on the axle (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front steering rack arm has play

Nearside rear tyre perished

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on the axle (3.6.B.2c)

Offside front steering rack arm ahs play

Offside rear bump stop insecure

Fail 1 Feb 2017 156,640 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded in the wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill, close to the step (5.2.6)

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

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded in the wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on the axle (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front steering rack arm has play

Nearside rear tyre perished

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on the axle (3.6.B.2c)

Offside central outer sill has corrosion but not within a prescribed area

Offside front steering rack arm ahs play

Offside rear bump stop insecure

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 149,555 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded in the wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front steering rack arm has slight play

Nearside front tyre wearing on the outer edge

Nearside rear tyre slightly perished

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside front steering rack arm has slight play

Fail 12 Jan 2016 149,524 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded in the wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded by the top of the shock absorber (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded in wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded in the wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded underside close to the leaf spring (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded in the wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front tyre wearing on the outer edge

Offside front steering rack arm has slight play

Pass 17 Nov 2014 132,501 miles

nearside front inner wing corroded/holed

Fail 14 Nov 2014 132,495 miles

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

nearside front inner wing corroded/holed

Pass 10 Dec 2013 121,636 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 108,441 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 95,295 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 88,085 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 73,498 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 53,927 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

mile ommeter irratic reading

Pass 30 Oct 2008 58,924 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 46,519 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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DY54 PLU is a 2004 Ford Transit in Orange with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DY54 PLU, 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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DY54 PLU is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 29 September 2004.

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