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EF54 EXR

2004 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

35,044 mi
Last recorded35,044 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF54 EXR
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 35,044 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 29,676 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 28,666 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Body component slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2023 28,666 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Body component slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 26,552 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2022 26,550 miles

Central Rear Emergency exit access blocked (9.1.2 (d))

Central Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Power steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Central Rear Entrance/exit step in such a condition as to affect the stability of passengers during use (9.7 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 25,368 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2021 25,361 miles

Tyre over ten years old is fitted to a front axle of a bus or coach both front (5.2.3 (m)) DANGEROUS

Tyre over ten years old is fitted to a rear axle of a minibus with a single wheel fitment all rears (5.2.3 (m)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 24,528 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2019 23,179 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 22,156 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2017 18,976 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 17,885 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 14,809 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 12,760 miles

brake pipes greased

Pass 13 Nov 2013 10,630 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 8,116 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 4,826 miles

front tyres wearing to edges

Pass 8 Nov 2010 2,139 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 5 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1e)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 25,127 miles

crack in sffside rear lamp unit

Pass 29 Oct 2007 22,120 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1g)

nearside side marker lamp lens brocken

two of rear seat belt top padded covers missing

Pass 14 Dec 2006 15,451 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 7,549 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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EF54 EXR is a 2004 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 EF54 EXR, 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 EF54 EXR registered?

EF54 EXR is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 25 November 2004.

Is EF54 EXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF54 EXR shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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