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GV04 VZF

2004 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

162,578 mi
Last recorded162,578 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV04 VZF
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2017 162,578 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

all underside of van has surface corrosion

Fail 22 Jun 2017 162,555 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

all underside of van has surface corrosion

Pass 19 May 2016 159,512 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2016 159,496 miles

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

Offside Front Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Fail 2 Sep 2015 159,475 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner / outter sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

Offside Front shock has no damping

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

Pass 13 Aug 2014 155,554 miles

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

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

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

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

under body corrosion

Pass 11 Jul 2013 151,861 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 146,608 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 135,348 miles

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

low output nearside reae wheel

Pass 1 Jul 2010 125,595 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 117,162 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

nearside rear bind

Pass 1 Jul 2008 111,173 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 109,440 miles

n/s/r drum plate slight oil mist

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 VZF is a 2004 Ford Transit in Silver with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GV04 VZF, 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 VZF is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 28 May 2004.

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