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VF04 DXC

2004 Ford Transit Connect

Yellow Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

126,938 mi
Last recorded126,938 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2015
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit Connect102,366 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF04 DXC
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2015 126,938 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 112,400 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2014 112,400 miles

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

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2013 100,173 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2013 100,173 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 92,076 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2011 89,317 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2011 89,317 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2010 86,827 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2010 86,827 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 80,490 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 75,421 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 63,580 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Ford Transit Connect?

Based on 3,622,068 MOT tests across 283,952 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
7,948
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
283,952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 121,813
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 105,772
Stop lamp not working 69,148
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 67,188
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,256
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VF04 DXC is a 2004 Ford Transit Connect in Yellow with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2004 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 102,366 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit Connect fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 121,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VF04 DXC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit Connect typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 22 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VF04 DXC registered?

VF04 DXC is a 2004 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 21 July 2004.

Is VF04 DXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF04 DXC shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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