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ET53 VJA

2004 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

189,710 mi
Last recorded189,710 miles
Recorded on30 May 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET53 VJA
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 30 May 2017 189,710 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 187,869 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 182,937 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2014 178,333 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 164,172 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2012 149,906 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 138,566 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 127,649 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 118,271 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 109,500 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 99,408 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 89,887 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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ET53 VJA is a 2004 Ford Transit in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ET53 VJA, 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

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What year was ET53 VJA registered?

ET53 VJA is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 15 January 2004.

Is ET53 VJA safe to buy?

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