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BJ54 ZDX

2004 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2023
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

145,440 mi
Last recorded145,440 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ54 ZDX
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Aug 2026 145,440 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Top structure front and rear at various places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Various places, front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 145,437 miles

Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 1 Oct 2022 145,437 miles

Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 145,437 miles

BODY CORROSION VARIOUS PLACES FRONT WHEEL ARCHES ETC.

CORROSION UNDERNEATH VARIOUS PLACES BRAKE PIPES ,LEAF SPRINGS,COIL SPRINGS ETC.

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jun 2021 145,437 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Towbar coupling indicator not working (6.1.6 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Central Prop shaft likely to become detached (6.1.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

BODY CORROSION VARIOUS PLACES FRONT WHEEL ARCHES ETC.

CORROSION UNDERNEATH VARIOUS PLACES BRAKE PIPES ,LEAF SPRINGS,COIL SPRINGS ETC.

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2020 145,437 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2007 40,308 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2007 40,283 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2005 29,485 miles

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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BJ54 ZDX is a 2004 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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

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 BJ54 ZDX, 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.

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What year was BJ54 ZDX registered?

BJ54 ZDX is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 16 December 2004.

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