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GV04 MPU

2004 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

214,048 mi
Last recorded214,048 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV04 MPU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2019 214,048 miles

Offside Front bumper and inner wing mounting corroded

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Apr 2019 214,046 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect headlamp faulty (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced step under vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen in an unacceptable condition cracked (3.2 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side 78% (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light white light (4.5.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Body obviously not squarely located on chassis (6.2.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced step under vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre wall also cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front bumper and inner wing mounting corroded

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 7 Mar 2019 213,955 miles

Front Windscreen in an unacceptable condition Zone 'B' larger than 40mm. (3.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Heavily corroded within distance of a load bearing member (strut assembly). (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Drivers side step corroded (underside). (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis corroded left hand side inside o/s/f wheel arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Heavily corroded within distance of a load bearing member (strut assembly). (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sil heavily corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Chassis box section corroded inside wheel arch right hand side. (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Chassis box section completely corroded (missing) underneath o/s sil front of o/s/r wheel. (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Fog lamp lens missing.

Nearside Front Vehicles n/s/f wing corroded.

Offside Front Vehicles o/s/f wing corroded.

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded along rear axle but not excessively. (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 14 Aug 2018 213,640 miles

Drive shaft securing bolt missing (6.1.7 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

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

body has corrosion

Pass 10 Aug 2017 197,783 miles

under body is undersealed

Fail 5 Aug 2017 197,782 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inside front wing (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings rear inner back panel (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner and outer sill (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings back side panel (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner and outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings rear wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion under body needs under sealing (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 193,695 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings both inner and outer sills,nearside front step,nearside inner arch (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 176,484 miles

Oil leak

excessive corrosion on o/s sill and door step but not within 30cm of any prescribed areas

n/s rear tyre perished

Pass 29 Jul 2014 153,377 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 152,456 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 131,994 miles

Oil leak

both outer sills have excessive corrosion but not within 30 cm off any prescribed areas

vehicle has underbody corrosion

wipers smeary

Fail 11 Jul 2013 131,994 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Oil leak

both outer sills have excessive corrosion but not within 30 cm off any prescribed areas

vehicle has underbody corrosion

wipers smeary

Pass 8 Aug 2012 119,783 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 114,524 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 110,966 miles

Brake pedal pad not secure to the pedal (3.3.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 28 May 2010 110,966 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 106,504 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2009 106,504 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 94,999 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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GV04 MPU is a 2004 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GV04 MPU, 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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GV04 MPU is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 10 July 2004.

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