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GX04 GKU

2004 Ford Transit

Green Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

212,541 mi
Last recorded212,541 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2020
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX04 GKU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2020 212,541 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 198,530 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 23 Feb 2019 198,530 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2018 183,643 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2017 120,803 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 109,542 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 94,883 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 79,680 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 77,313 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

four passenger seats fitted at time of test

inner surfaces of front brake discs rusty

Fail 15 Feb 2013 77,313 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

four passenger seats fitted at time of test

inner surfaces of front brake discs rusty

Pass 13 Feb 2012 71,939 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 66,583 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 59,466 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

only 3 seats fitted at time of test

rear brake hoses rubbing on tail lift

several small chips in windscreen

Fail 25 Feb 2010 59,466 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (6.1.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (6.1.2)

only 3 seats fitted at time of test

rear brake hoses rubbing on tail lift

several small chips in windscreen

Pass 16 Feb 2009 45,868 miles

only 3 seats fitted at time of test

Fail 16 Feb 2009 45,868 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5b)

only 3 seats fitted at time of test

Pass 22 Feb 2008 32,583 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn rubber bush (2.6.4)

chips in windscreen

front brake discs slightly corroded on inner surfaces

only 3 seats fitted at time of test

Pass 22 Feb 2007 22,890 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 16,548 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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GX04 GKU is a 2004 Ford Transit in Green with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GX04 GKU, 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 GX04 GKU registered?

GX04 GKU is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 16 March 2004.

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