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EJ54 ADO

2004 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

171,256 mi
Last recorded171,256 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2021
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ54 ADO
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2021 171,256 miles

All suspension components corroded

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All underbody of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2021 71,242 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Wheel Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner Sills Holed Several Places Front To Back All Marked Up (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer Sill Holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Wheel Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner Sills Holed Several Places Front To Back All Marked Up (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer Sill Holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Other passenger door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed Sliding Door. (6.2.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Oct 2019 161,061 miles

Entire underside of vehicle very heavily undersealed.

Front subframe generally corroded

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2018 160,942 miles

Body general slight corrosion.

Front subframe general corrosion,.

Rear axle general corrosion.

Pass 15 Aug 2017 153,214 miles

General under body slight corrosion

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 3 Aug 2016 141,458 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2016 141,265 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2015 134,382 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Fail 31 Jul 2015 134,382 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2014 127,902 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 120,514 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 108,437 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 95,677 miles

imbalance on front brakes at 23%

n/s/f seat has been removed

Pass 24 Aug 2010 75,977 miles

front passenger seat not fitted at time of test

Pass 11 Aug 2009 52,288 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 30,521 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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EJ54 ADO is a 2004 Ford Transit in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EJ54 ADO, 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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EJ54 ADO is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 13 December 2004.

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