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FV54 PVT

2004 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

180,846 mi
Last recorded180,846 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2015
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV54 PVT
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2015 180,846 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b

windscreen damaged, outside of swept area

Fail 7 Dec 2015 180,844 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b

windscreen damaged, outside of swept area

Pass 16 Jan 2015 175,487 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

windscreen damaged, outside of swept area

Fail 6 Jan 2015 175,485 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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 Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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 Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 168,596 miles

Offside Front Front drive shaft support bearing slightly worn (2.5.C.2c)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

nearside body damage

Fail 16 Dec 2013 168,596 miles

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

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

Offside Front Front drive shaft support bearing slightly worn (2.5.C.2c)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

nearside body damage

Fail 2 Jan 2013 154,077 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 154,077 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 149,463 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 143,217 miles

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

Pass 24 Dec 2010 132,740 miles

4 passenger seats fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2009 112,338 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 110,920 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2008 98,090 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2007 75,887 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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FV54 PVT is a 2004 Ford Transit in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FV54 PVT, 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 FV54 PVT registered?

FV54 PVT is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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