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EX04 GUG

2004 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2023
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

124,914 mi
Last recorded124,914 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2022
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX04 GUG
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2022 124,914 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 31 Aug 2021 124,178 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 27 Aug 2020 123,967 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2020 123,961 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 121,563 miles

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

both rear chassis and n/s step corroded

Fail 15 Aug 2019 121,552 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength n/s/r wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

both rear chassis and n/s step corroded

Pass 18 Aug 2018 117,030 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Fail 7 Aug 2018 117,030 miles

Exhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values 8.4 (8.2.2.2 (f))

Headlamp are incorrectly positioned bulb (4.1.4 (a))

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Lower Other passenger door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering wing (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 111,399 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 107,120 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 107,091 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded as chalked (2.4.A.3)

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

Fail 7 Jul 2016 106,805 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 103,125 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 26 Jul 2014 88,795 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

screen damaged in swept area but not affecting drivers view of road

temporary repair to drivers door mirror

Pass 26 Jul 2014 88,795 miles

screen damaged in swept area but not affecting drivers view of road

temporary repair to drivers door mirror

Pass 26 Jul 2013 68,445 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

o/s mirror damaged

Fail 27 Jul 2012 172,222 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 172,222 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 23 Jul 2011 148,202 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

screen damaged in swept area but not affecting drivers view of road

Pass 23 Jul 2011 148,202 miles

screen damaged in swept area but not affecting drivers view of road

Pass 24 Jul 2010 124,989 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2010 124,989 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 96,984 miles

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

offside rear tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

screen damaged in swept area but not affecting drivers view of road

Fail 17 Jul 2009 96,984 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

offside rear tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

screen damaged in swept area but not affecting drivers view of road

Pass 26 Jul 2008 76,885 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 65,286 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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EX04 GUG is a 2004 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EX04 GUG, 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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EX04 GUG is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 March 2004.

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