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FM04 GFU

2004 Ford Transit

Yellow Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

74,828 mi
Last recorded74,828 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2020
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM04 GFU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2020 74,828 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2019 71,683 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 69,602 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2016 62,963 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2015 57,153 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 47,764 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre Sidewall Cracking

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

Fail 27 Aug 2014 47,764 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre Sidewall Cracking

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 42,674 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 39,696 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 31,454 miles

offside rear outer rear tyre flat

Fail 11 Nov 2011 31,454 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

offside rear outer rear tyre flat

Pass 15 Nov 2010 25,583 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2010 20,931 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 16,795 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 10,198 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2007 8,350 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 5,841 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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FM04 GFU is a 2004 Ford Transit in Yellow with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FM04 GFU, 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 FM04 GFU registered?

FM04 GFU is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 10 June 2004.

Is FM04 GFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM04 GFU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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