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FG04 EVC

2004 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG04 EVC
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2017

Front coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Oil leak ()

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

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

cant inspect welds due to thick sealer

inner and outer sills corroded

Fail 1 Mar 2017

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Nearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Oil leak ()

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

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

inner and outer sills corroded

Pass 11 Dec 2015 101,984 miles

Nearside Front slight binding

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Fail 9 Dec 2015

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Front slight binding

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 94,416 miles

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

both wiper blades

damage nsf mirror

heavy underseal on repairs

ns osf inner wheel arch corrosion

Pass 5 Aug 2013 90,921 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 84,662 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 81,601 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 76,190 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 62,290 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 62,290 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 47,724 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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FG04 EVC is a 2004 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FG04 EVC, 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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What year was FG04 EVC registered?

FG04 EVC is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is FG04 EVC safe to buy?

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