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AK52 SZL

2002 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

194,876 mi
Last recorded194,876 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Ford Transit114,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 SZL
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 194,876 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material behind fuel filter (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 17 Apr 2026 194,858 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced above rear axle (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material behind fuel filter (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner step/ inner wheelarch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2025 189,370 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear rear sections (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 185,956 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Apr 2024 185,913 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear side of inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear side of inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 16 Jan 2024 185,213 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flex hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low can not adjust (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced next to fuel tank (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to master cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting above sub frame mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 181,627 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 178,858 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 174,756 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 169,867 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 163,139 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 157,977 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 151,209 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 146,772 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2016 146,772 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 142,313 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 137,324 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2012 133,252 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Dec 2012 133,252 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 127,490 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 119,351 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 109,208 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 101,138 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2007 92,544 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 92,544 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 83,775 miles

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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AK52 SZL is a 2002 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AK52 SZL, 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.

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What year was AK52 SZL registered?

AK52 SZL is a 2002 Ford Transit, first registered on 26 September 2002.

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The MOT history for AK52 SZL shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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