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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
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)
Nearside sill corroded but not within prescribed area
Offside Front oil leak from engine, oil mist is travelling towards offside front brake
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
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
Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Front brake test shows 18% imbalance.
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
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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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What year was HG53 ZGU registered?
HG53 ZGU is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 5 February 2004.
Is HG53 ZGU safe to buy?
The MOT history for HG53 ZGU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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