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DC53 EYF

2004 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

198,474 mi
Last recorded198,474 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2019
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC53 EYF
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2019 198,474 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2019 198,473 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel apron (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 198,283 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 198,282 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis rail. (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2017 117,374 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jul 2017 117,372 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Step (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Wheel apron. (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded step (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Wheel apron (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front brake disc modified and seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2017 115,970 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front brake discs very worn regular inspection recommened

n/s and o/s/r chassis corroded

n/s outer sill,n/s/f inner wing,n/s and o/s inner sills all corroded

o/s/r tyre sidewall in poor condition

Fail 18 Jan 2017 115,868 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Fuel system component leaking ENGINE BAY (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front brake discs very worn regular inspection recommened

n/s and o/s/r chassis corroded

n/s outer sill,n/s/f inner wing,n/s and o/s inner sills all corroded

o/s/r tyre sidewall in poor condition

Pass 27 Jan 2016 110,288 miles

FRONT INNER WINGS CORRODED

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

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

Nearside Rear TYRE IN POOR CONDITION

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

REAR CHASSIS CORRODED N/S AND O/S

Fail 27 Jan 2016 110,288 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded OUTRIGGER (2.4.A.3)

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

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

FRONT INNER WINGS CORRODED

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

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

Nearside Rear TYRE IN POOR CONDITION

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

REAR CHASSIS CORRODED N/S AND O/S

Pass 28 Jan 2015 103,356 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2014 91,935 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Jan 2014 91,935 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2013 78,495 miles

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

bonnet hinges stiff

Fail 26 Jan 2013 78,495 miles

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

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

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

bonnet hinges stiff

Pass 30 Jan 2012 67,035 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 59,226 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 53,893 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 51,293 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2007 45,847 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2006 30,755 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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DC53 EYF is a 2004 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DC53 EYF, 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 DC53 EYF registered?

DC53 EYF is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 17 February 2004.

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