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N430 PAE

2004 Ford Freda

Green Diesel 23490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

164,331 mi
Last recorded164,331 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Freda145,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN430 PAE
MakeFord
ModelFreda
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine23,490cc
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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 164,331 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out riggers (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

corrosion in the outer and backing sills

suspension component's are showing signs of corrosion

Pass 7 Feb 2024 159,241 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

corrosion in the rear body and suspension parts

Pass 27 Jan 2023 156,494 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wrap around (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

corrosion in the outer and backing sills

Pass 2 Feb 2022 155,000 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

corrosion in the outer sills

Pass 28 Apr 2021 153,600 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2020 149,983 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2020 149,983 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2019 144,457 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 141,611 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 141,611 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 139,011 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 134,671 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 128,701 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 126,359 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 125,193 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 123,491 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 117,317 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 111,066 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 110,884 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 107,257 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 98,562 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 88,359 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2005 84,601 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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N430 PAE is a 2004 Ford Freda in Green with a 23,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2004 Ford Freda models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 145,170 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 N430 PAE, 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 22 years old, this Ford Freda is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N430 PAE registered?

N430 PAE is a 2004 Ford Freda, first registered on 1 July 2004.

Is N430 PAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N430 PAE shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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