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FB04 VAF

2004 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

57,271 mi
Last recorded57,271 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2024
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB04 VAF
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Fail 29 Jul 2024 57,271 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch and inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced under bonnet chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 55,456 miles

Offside Front seat base worn

Pass 4 Aug 2022 53,400 miles

Offside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside seatbase badly worn

Fail 26 Jul 2022 53,392 miles

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

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired step /sill badly corroded (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired step/sill badly corroded (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside seatbase badly worn

Pass 19 Jul 2021 51,527 miles

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

Offside Front seat base/cushion damaged

Pass 29 Jul 2020 48,421 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive clutch cylinder weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside seat base ripped/torn (cushion)

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

general under vehicle corrosion

Pass 29 Jul 2019 46,580 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced top of chassis corroding but not holed/weakened (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front drivers seat base torn / damaged

Offside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 44,060 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2018 44,057 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Cab steps in such a condition that it is likely to cause injury sill corroded leaving sharp edges (6.2.8 (b))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering wheel arch/chassis (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 39,793 miles

Nearside Front wheel arch corroded / splitting

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front wheel arch corroded / splitting

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016 35,821 miles

Nearside Front wheel arch corroded

Offside Front wheel arch corroded

Pass 29 Jul 2015 31,219 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 28,000 miles

Centre Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2013 23,637 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 20,462 miles

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

Centre Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 18,046 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2010 15,336 miles

Centre Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 13,434 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 11,190 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 8,846 miles

Centre Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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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FB04 VAF is a 2004 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 FB04 VAF, 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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FB04 VAF is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 August 2004.

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