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FL53 AKF

2004 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

345,687 mi
Last recorded345,687 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2018
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 AKF
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2018 345,687 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 292,469 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 245,929 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015

Window and seats fitted to rear to make camper

Pass 9 Mar 2012 245,566 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 226,308 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 226,303 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Propshaft component defective

Pass 25 Feb 2010 211,620 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 185,442 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 157,328 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 125,047 miles

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

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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FL53 AKF is a 2004 Ford Transit in Silver with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FL53 AKF, 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 FL53 AKF registered?

FL53 AKF is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 12 February 2004.

Is FL53 AKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL53 AKF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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