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BL54 GGA

2004 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2022
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

137,487 mi
Last recorded137,487 miles
Recorded on18 May 2022
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL54 GGA
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Fail 18 May 2022 137,487 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door step area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill , front spring hanger area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on tread area (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under wheel arch chassis holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill near front spring hanger , two places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill, rear spring hanger area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced shock mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced shock mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2021 132,516 miles

chip in windscreen

engine covers fitted

exhaust corroding

ns and os front lower arm rear bushes deteriorating

ns and os rear chassis corroding

ns number plate inop

nsf foglight inop

Fail 20 May 2021 132,516 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator front (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced nsf chassis- inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced nsr inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced os wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced osf step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced osr inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

chip in windscreen

engine covers fitted

exhaust corroding

ns and os front lower arm rear bushes deteriorating

ns and os rear chassis corroding

ns number plate inop

nsf foglight inop

Pass 21 Apr 2020 126,915 miles

brake pipes have protective coatings

exhaust heatshield insecure

nsr tyre close to legal limit

osf tyre close to legal limit

slight leak on centre exhaust

Fail 7 Apr 2020

Position lamp not working nsr (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn osf bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play os track rod end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced ns and os front inner wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced ns and os rear suspension mount prescribed are corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced osf and centre inner sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively ns and os front (3.4 (b) (ii))

brake pipes have protective coatings

exhaust heatshield insecure

nsr tyre close to legal limit

osf tyre close to legal limit

slight leak on centre exhaust

Pass 30 Mar 2019 124,786 miles

chip in windscreen

engine covers fitted

exhaust corroding and slight leak on centre sec

ns and os chassis corroding

ns and os front lower arm rear bushes deteriorating

ns and os rear brake pipes corroding

os tie rod has slight play

Fail 21 Mar 2019

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play os tre (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced nsr chassis- rear suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced nsr inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced os chassis- drivers seatbelt (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced osf wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced osr inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

ns and os chassis corroding

engine covers fitted

exhaust corroding and slight leak on centre sec

ns and os front lower arm rear bushes deteriorating

ns and os rear brake pipes corroding

os tie rod has slight play

Pass 13 Mar 2018 121,649 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 12 Mar 2018 121,649 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1) DANGEROUS

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 116,162 miles

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 109,137 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 16 Dec 2015 109,137 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 95,730 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 81,334 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 81,334 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 71,208 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 61,317 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2010 50,048 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 50,048 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 36,872 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 22,214 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 14,041 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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BL54 GGA is a 2004 Ford Transit in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 BL54 GGA, 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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BL54 GGA is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 24 December 2004.

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