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RX54 AZJ

2004 Ford Expedition

Black Petrol 5400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

85,881 mi
Last recorded85,881 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Ford Expedition87,339 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX54 AZJ
MakeFord
ModelExpedition
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,400cc
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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 85,881 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 21 May 2025 93,030 miles
Fail 15 May 2025 83,017 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Fail 25 Apr 2025 82,914 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 May 2024 80,905 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 10 May 2024 80,904 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Central Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture across front crossmember (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2023 80,892 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded and across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged cable broken (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

Power steering component leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2022 78,102 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2021 74,215 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2020 71,137 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 70,145 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2019 70,145 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2018 67,826 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 62,812 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 56,488 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 50,785 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 44,107 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 38,484 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 31,658 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 31,569 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

all metal brake pipes surface corrosion

Pass 26 May 2011 26,141 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

both rear brake hose showing signs of corrosion,

offside front brake binding slightly

Pass 14 May 2009 18,204 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 18,150 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 16,429 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Expedition?

Based on 1,569 MOT tests across 238 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
4,712
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
238
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 54
position lamp(s) not working 39
Brake pipe excessively corroded 39
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 35
Direction indicator incorrect colour 32
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RX54 AZJ is a 2004 Ford Expedition in Black with a 5,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2004 Ford Expedition models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 87,339 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Expedition fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 54 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX54 AZJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Expedition typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 22 years old, this Ford Expedition is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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RX54 AZJ is a 2004 Ford Expedition, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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