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GF04 ZFL

2004 Ford Transit

Black Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

236,081 mi
Last recorded236,081 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF04 ZFL
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 236,081 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2025 236,081 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Jan 2024 235,996 miles

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

Rear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Jan 2024 235,996 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 233,513 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2023 233,513 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 230,535 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Jan 2022 230,535 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Dec 2020 215,247 miles

Nearside Upper Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Dec 2020 215,247 miles

Nearside Front Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Upper Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 53,358 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 49,673 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 44,412 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 39,364 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 34,836 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 30,788 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 28,048 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 28,047 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 24,407 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 20,636 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 16,864 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2009 16,864 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 12,616 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 18 Jun 2007 9,817 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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GF04 ZFL is a 2004 Ford Transit in Black with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 GF04 ZFL, 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 GF04 ZFL registered?

GF04 ZFL is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 28 June 2004.

Is GF04 ZFL safe to buy?

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