The road tax status for BT53 RPU is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for BT53 RPU?

The MOT for BT53 RPU is valid and due for renewal on or before 3 May 2024.

What is the recorded mileage of BT53 RPU?

The recorded mileage for BT53 RPU is 172,930 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is BT53 RPU ULEZ compliant?

No, BT53 RPU does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2004 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · BT53 RPU

BT53 RPU

2004 Ford Transit (2.4L, diesel). First registered 09/02/2004. Recorded mileage 172,930 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: FORD TRANSIT
Year / Origin: 2004 · Birmingham
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 03/05/2024
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 172,930 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 03/05/2024

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Mileage: 172,930 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2004
Engine: 2402cc

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BT53 RPU Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 11/04/2024
172,930 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
12 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (10 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Poor

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)

✗ 3 dangerous defects found recently

! Older vehicle

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BT53 RPU Mileage History

08/04/202296,122 mi
14/04/2023171,279 mi+75,157 mi
20/04/2023171,356 mi+77 mi
11/04/2024172,930 mi+1,574 mi

Average of roughly 38,235 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

BT53 RPU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Sept 2026, 06:11

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Ford Transit (BT53 RPU) between April 2022 and April 2024.

The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 11 April 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (10 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Bodywork (4 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Oil leaking excessively from engine (engine oil pressure switch) (8.4.1 (a) (i))”; “Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a)”; “Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))”.

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