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AK02 VWU

2002 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

73,925 mi
Last recorded73,925 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2020
Typical for 2002 Ford Transit114,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 VWU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2020 73,925 miles

Sills corroded on both sides all along vehicle

Pass 15 Nov 2018 73,550 miles

Offside Inner sill corroded but not in a prescribed area

Fail 15 Nov 2018 73,550 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Inner sill corroded but not in a prescribed area

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 72,555 miles

NSR Chassis leg corroded near bump stop

Offside Sill corroded. not in a prescribed area

Pass 27 Oct 2016 71,580 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 69,056 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2015 69,056 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 66,683 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 63,678 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 60,528 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 57,245 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 54,423 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 51,570 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 51,570 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Oct 2008 48,044 miles

rear floors getting rusty

Pass 26 Oct 2007 43,945 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 43,945 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2006 40,564 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 35,589 miles

oil leak

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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AK02 VWU is a 2002 Ford Transit in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2002 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 114,966 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 AK02 VWU, 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 24 years old, this Ford Transit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AK02 VWU?

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What year was AK02 VWU registered?

AK02 VWU is a 2002 Ford Transit, first registered on 23 April 2002.

Is AK02 VWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK02 VWU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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