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VN04 UMD

2004 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2020
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

165,859 mi
Last recorded165,859 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2019
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit Connect102,366 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN04 UMD
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2019 165,859 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2018 151,931 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2018 151,931 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 131,337 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 131,336 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 115,874 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre pipe (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

all metal brake pipes corroded

engine oil leak

high level brake light inoperative

steering rack damp

Fail 17 Mar 2016 115,874 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre pipe (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

all metal brake pipes corroded

engine oil leak

high level brake light inoperative

steering rack damp

Fail 16 Mar 2015 108,390 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2015 108,390 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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)

Fail 14 Mar 2014 96,937 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 96,937 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 86,603 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 77,406 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 71,186 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 65,487 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2010 65,487 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 23 Apr 2009 60,770 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 60,770 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 50,122 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 37,309 miles

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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VN04 UMD is a 2004 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 VN04 UMD, 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.

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VN04 UMD is a 2004 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 28 April 2004.

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