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VF54 FRT

2004 Ford Transit Connect

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

311,755 mi
Last recorded311,755 miles
Recorded on9 May 2019
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit Connect102,366 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF54 FRT
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2019 311,755 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 301,620 miles

Exhaust hitting anti-roll bar droplink mount

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

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

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

Fail 9 May 2018 301,620 miles

Exhaust hitting anti-roll bar droplink mount

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 289,501 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2017 289,476 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal steering rack (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside rear tyre on wearbars

Pass 26 Feb 2016 278,410 miles

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

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

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

childs seat fitted

Fail 25 Feb 2016 278,399 miles

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

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

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

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

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

childs seat fitted

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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VF54 FRT is a 2004 Ford Transit Connect in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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

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 VF54 FRT, 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 VF54 FRT registered?

VF54 FRT is a 2004 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is VF54 FRT safe to buy?

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