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AX54 HLU

2004 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

244,296 mi
Last recorded244,296 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2016
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX54 HLU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2016 244,296 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2015 214,808 miles

stone chips to wind screen

Fail 22 Jan 2014 186,720 miles

Chassis corroded

Fluid around nearside rear brake drum but brakes working ok

Front and rear brake pipes corroded

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front wishbone bushes worn

Pass 22 Jan 2014 186,720 miles

Chassis corroded

Fluid around nearside rear brake drum but brakes working ok

Front and rear brake pipes corroded

Offside front wishbone bushes worn

Pass 28 Jan 2013 154,388 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 154,388 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

propshafrt mount worn/play...

Pass 26 Jan 2012 125,840 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 101,505 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 101,505 miles

Horn not a continuous or uniform sound (1.6.2e)

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

front dics worn..

front pads wearing low....

Pass 5 Feb 2010 85,079 miles

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 29 Dec 2008 68,726 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 52,687 miles

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

How Reliable is the Ford Transit?

Based on 16,371,688 MOT tests across 1,454,648 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
7,998
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,454,648
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 551,926
Brake pipe excessively corroded 469,823
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 469,369
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 418,048
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 414,266
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AX54 HLU is a 2004 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 102,384 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 551,926 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AX54 HLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 22 years old, this Ford Transit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AX54 HLU registered?

AX54 HLU is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 7 December 2004.

Is AX54 HLU safe to buy?

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