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FD04 VTU

2004 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

138,474 mi
Last recorded138,474 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2016
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD04 VTU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2016 138,474 miles

Both front and rear inner wheel arches beginning to rust

Pass 30 Jul 2014 120,900 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 100,613 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 79,401 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 57,199 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2010 43,168 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

brake pedal rubber worn

grease around offside cv gaitor no leak at time of test

oil leak

underbody corroded

Pass 8 Jul 2010 43,168 miles

brake pedal rubber worn

grease around offside cv gaitor no leak at time of test

oil leak

underbody corroded

Pass 8 Jul 2009 39,329 miles

Handbrake travel long

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

Pass 21 Jul 2008 35,988 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

handbrkae requires adjustment

Fail 21 Jul 2008 35,988 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

handbrkae requires adjustment

Pass 20 Jul 2007 32,900 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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FD04 VTU is a 2004 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FD04 VTU, 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 FD04 VTU registered?

FD04 VTU is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 14 May 2004.

Is FD04 VTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD04 VTU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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