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FY04 TAV

2004 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

197,236 mi
Last recorded197,236 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2014
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY04 TAV
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2014 197,236 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 4 Dec 2014 197,215 miles

Centre Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 190,054 miles

Offside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 178,394 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 167,472 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 158,932 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

cooling fan bearings worn

Pass 24 Feb 2010 146,931 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 139,994 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2009 139,940 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2008 130,040 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 118,752 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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FY04 TAV is a 2004 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FY04 TAV, 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 FY04 TAV registered?

FY04 TAV is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 26 March 2004.

Is FY04 TAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY04 TAV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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