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FM04 HTX

2004 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

111,366 mi
Last recorded111,366 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2020
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM04 HTX
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 14 Aug 2020 111,366 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced top mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear by spring hanger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear by spring hanger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner chassis leg by engine mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 May 2018 110,642 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

coolant low

Fail 1 May 2018 110,641 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

coolant low

Fail 8 Mar 2018 109,672 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wing along the seam. (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer strut mounting. (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Floor to inner arch . (6.1.A.1)

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

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wing along the seam. (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Back of O/S/F engine mount. (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Lower cill. (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Floor to inner arch. (6.1.A.1)

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

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

Nearside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion Upper wing . (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Upper Body has slight corrosion Inner wing . (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer strut mounting. (2.4.A.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2017 101,224 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 92,892 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 85,802 miles

underside of vehicle very rusty at rear

Fail 23 Jun 2015 85,684 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 5 Jun 2014 75,101 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

brake pedal rubber slightly worn

Pass 5 Jun 2014 75,101 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

brake pedal rubber slightly worn

Pass 3 Jul 2013 64,733 miles

Coolant leak

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

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

driveshaft bearing rough when rotated

front wipers getting poor

Pass 2 Jul 2012 49,287 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 31,906 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 20,386 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 16,272 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 13,716 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 9,652 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 HTX is a 2004 Ford Transit in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 HTX, 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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FM04 HTX is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 2 July 2004.

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