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HG53 ZGU

2004 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG53 ZGU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 11 Jul 2017

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electrical wiring insecure towbar wiring at rear (1.9.2a)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded in n/s/f inner sill area (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer and inner sill area (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded spring front shackle mounting in n/s outer sill area at rear (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded spring shackle front mounting area ( inner sill area at rear ) (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock absorber top mounting (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch near shock absorber top mounting ( inside vehicle wheel arch at front ) (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock absorber top mounting in chassis area ( outer ) (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

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

brake warning light on

corrosion in n/s middle sill inner and outer areas but not near testable components

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring testable components

rusty in places underneath

Fail 20 Apr 2017

Fuel system component leaking fuel pump (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2016 83,888 miles

Nearside sill corroded but not within prescribed area

Offside Front oil leak from engine, oil mist is travelling towards offside front brake

Pass 23 Apr 2015 44,381 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside outer sill corroded but not in prescribed area

Fail 23 Apr 2015 44,381 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside outer sill corroded but not in prescribed area

Pass 24 Apr 2014
Fail 22 Apr 2014

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 33,151 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 27,961 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2011 18,931 miles

Front brake test shows 18% imbalance.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 17,988 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 14,771 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 13,086 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 10,776 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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HG53 ZGU is a 2004 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HG53 ZGU, 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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HG53 ZGU is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 5 February 2004.

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