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N254 BRC

2005 Ford Freda

Green Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

92,224 mi
Last recorded92,224 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Freda122,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN254 BRC
MakeFord
ModelFreda
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 92,224 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2025 90,843 miles

off side front suspension arm showing corrosion , recommend replacement arm within 30 days .

off side sill showing corrosion .

radiator lower cradle showing corrosion

Pass 15 Feb 2024 88,280 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

both front lower suspension arms becoming corroded

front box section holed and corroded in a non structural area

Pass 16 Mar 2023 85,863 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front lower support panel holed and corroded in structural area

Fail 1 Mar 2023 85,844 miles

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

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front lower support panel holed and corroded in structural area

Pass 9 Mar 2022 84,470 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front radiator support/crossmember slightly corroded

Pass 17 Feb 2021 82,996 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 81,905 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 80,106 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 78,318 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 76,658 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 75,392 miles

both rear tyres cracking on outer walls

Pass 6 Mar 2015 73,620 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 73,620 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 72,015 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Feb 2014 72,015 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 70,465 miles

Coolant leak

all rear seats facing rearwards

Pass 15 Oct 2012 70,311 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 66,959 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 66,941 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 62,890 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 57,413 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 51,720 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 47,154 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 40,875 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Freda?

Based on 28,175 MOT tests across 1,491 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
5,107
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,491
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 879
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 755
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 745
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 686
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 467
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N254 BRC is a 2005 Ford Freda in Green with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 2005 Ford Freda models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 122,932 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Freda fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 879 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N254 BRC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Freda typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Freda is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N254 BRC registered?

N254 BRC is a 2005 Ford Freda, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is N254 BRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N254 BRC shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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