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GY54 ETJ

2004 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2022
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

162,123 mi
Last recorded162,123 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2021
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY54 ETJ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2021 162,123 miles

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body and chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

nearside front tyre over 10 years old

vehicle body and chassis as had extensive previous repairs

Fail 14 Jul 2021 162,102 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch as marked with yellow chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch as marked with yellow chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg under wheel arch as marked with yellow chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp rear affected by indicators and hazzards (4.2.3 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle offside rear brake late to apply (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake excessively binding both rears (1.2.1 (f))

Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced previous plate repair, under offside inner wing, insufficiently repaired requires fully seem welding (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body and chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill cracked (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

nearside front tyre over 10 year old

spare wheel loose

vehicle body and chassis as had extensive previous repairs

Pass 13 Jan 2020 162,049 miles

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

nearside inner sill holed and corroded

o/s/r inner lower inner valance holed and corroded

Pass 11 Jan 2019 160,848 miles

Front Inner wing's corroded

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both leg's corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front step corroded and holed

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

body and chassis corroded in multiple places

body and chassis have been repaired in multiple place

under body and chassis undersealed

Fail 13 Dec 2018 160,831 miles

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced complete rear crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both rear chassis sections with 12" of rear shock absorber mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength within 12" of both front upper shock absorber/strut mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength within 12" of both rear leaf spring mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

both rear inner wing to loading floor sections split ,holed and corroded

bump stops insercure at rear

corrosion and holes at both front lower inner wings

offside step section holed and corroded

Pass 7 Dec 2017 159,865 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2017 159,849 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Bottom arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2016 156,572 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 152,883 miles

O/S Across axle brake pipe slightly corroded

O/S Rear lower wheel arch slightly corroded

Fail 9 Dec 2015 152,809 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

O/S Across axle brake pipe slightly corroded

O/S Rear lower wheel arch slightly corroded

Pass 10 Dec 2014 147,732 miles

N/S Door mirror Slightly loose. Not affecting rear view

Pass 9 Dec 2013 144,624 miles

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

charge light on

Fail 9 Dec 2013 144,624 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

charge light on

Pass 20 Nov 2012 138,525 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 138,525 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Nov 2011 125,575 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 103,424 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 80,135 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 59,189 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 59,189 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Nov 2007 42,382 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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GY54 ETJ is a 2004 Ford Transit in White 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 GY54 ETJ, 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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GY54 ETJ is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 29 October 2004.

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