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FM04 GJV

2004 Ford Transit

Yellow Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

51,015 mi
Last recorded51,015 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 51,015 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 47,688 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 46,070 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 45,611 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 43,824 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 43,110 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 42,829 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 39,262 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 35,375 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 31,998 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 27,662 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 24,690 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 22,347 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 20,578 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 17,808 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2012 17,808 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 15,084 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 12,573 miles

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

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

nearside outer rear tyre has cut in side wall

Pass 26 Feb 2009 11,077 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 8,485 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 6,598 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 GJV is a 2004 Ford Transit in Yellow with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 GJV, 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 GJV registered?

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

Is FM04 GJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM04 GJV shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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