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EA54 MLU

2004 Ford Transit

Orange Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

140,938 mi
Last recorded140,938 miles
Recorded on9 May 2019
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA54 MLU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 May 2019 140,938 miles

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

Nearside lower inner sill corroded

Nearside lower outer sill corroded

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

Offside lower inner sill corroded

Offside lower outer sill corroded

Fail 8 Feb 2019 140,902 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner wheel arch, at front. Repair patch not continuously welded and some weld not adhered to vehicle. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner wheel arch, at rear. Repair patch not continuously welded and some weld not adhered to vehicle. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill at top. (Multiple holes (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch seam to floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch, at front (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch, at rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength box section/chassis outrigger. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch, at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door step (2 holes (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch seam to floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch, at front (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch, at top (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength box section/chassis outrigger. (multiple holes (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

8 passenger seats fitted at time of test

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes undersealed (1.1.11 (c))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt centre row, centre seat ()

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt centre row, nearside seat ()

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside chassis rails (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed damaged by trapping in door (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front door step lower box section heavily corroded/holed. Not prescribed area

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside centre inner sill heavily corroded/holed (multiple holes) Not prescribed areas

Offside headlight, one top mounting bolt missing

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded pipes heavily corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside chassis rails heavily corroded. UNABLE TO DETECT FAILABLE HOLES WITH CORROSION ASSESSMENT TOOL AT TIME OF TEST. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Wiper blade scratches to windscreen. Not affecting drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))

car alloy wheels and low profile tyres fitted at time of test

Pass 31 Jan 2018 137,017 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2017 130,932 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 126,777 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2015 123,900 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 121,420 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jan 2014 121,420 miles

Front Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2013 119,375 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2013 119,374 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2011 115,361 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 95,950 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 85,917 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2010 85,917 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 92,142 miles

n/s/r tyre has minor cut on outter side wall but not deep enough to reach plies or cord

Pass 17 Nov 2009 85,219 miles

nearside door mirror glass cracked

Pass 15 May 2009 79,711 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 79,709 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2008 72,606 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 64,709 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 60,837 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2008 60,835 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2007 53,419 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 53,389 miles

Offside Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

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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EA54 MLU is a 2004 Ford Transit in Orange with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 EA54 MLU, 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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EA54 MLU is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 27 October 2004.

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