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FH54 NDC

2004 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

128,036 mi
Last recorded128,036 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2018
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH54 NDC
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2018 128,036 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 128,036 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Fail 11 Jun 2018 124,431 miles

Exhaust gas recirculation valve missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jan 2017 122,908 miles

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 25 Jan 2017 122,891 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has a fracture which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 30 Dec 2015 116,468 miles

Front slight play in both steering arms

Nearside Rear light unit damaged

Nearside Rear tyre in poor condition (age cracks)

Offside Front tyre worn on outer edges

corrosion on passenger side door seal, not in a prescribed area

exhaust centre box in poor condition, minor leak of exhaust gasses.

oil leak

Fail 22 Dec 2015 116,415 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted reg plate bulb cover missing (1.1.C.1b)

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

Front slight play in both steering arms

Nearside Rear light unit damaged

Nearside Rear tyre in poor condition (age cracks)

Offside Front tyre worn on outer edges

corrosion on passenger side door seal, not in a prescribed area

exhaust centre box in poor condition, minor leak of exhaust gasses.

oil leak

Pass 7 Jan 2015 106,161 miles

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

Oil leak

inner rack movement

Fail 31 Dec 2014 106,161 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

inner rack movement

Pass 4 Dec 2013 90,835 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 90,823 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2012 82,556 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 67,397 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 57,530 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 46,481 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 35,740 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 25,454 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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FH54 NDC is a 2004 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 FH54 NDC, 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 FH54 NDC registered?

FH54 NDC is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 17 December 2004.

Is FH54 NDC safe to buy?

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