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VF53 FRX

2004 Ford Transit Connect

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

213,200 mi
Last recorded213,200 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2019
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit Connect102,366 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF53 FRX
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2019 213,200 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear and offside front (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 207,798 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 207,790 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected outer body sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Sep 2017 203,555 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 200,437 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 177,814 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 153,198 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 129,001 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 108,207 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 86,364 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 64,515 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Mar 2009 61,985 miles

n/s inner c.v. boot split

Pass 31 Mar 2008 45,964 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 45,964 miles

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 22,423 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Oil leak

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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VF53 FRX is a 2004 Ford Transit Connect in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VF53 FRX, 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 VF53 FRX registered?

VF53 FRX is a 2004 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 27 February 2004.

Is VF53 FRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF53 FRX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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