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AK52 XBU

2002 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

142,676 mi
Last recorded142,676 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2017
Typical for 2002 Ford Transit114,966 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2017 142,676 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 140,146 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 140,146 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 134,941 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 131,211 miles

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

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

advise play rear wheels(half shaft end float)

Pass 19 Dec 2012 126,514 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2012 126,514 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 26 Nov 2011 121,631 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 121,631 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

end float in rear wheels

Fail 19 Nov 2011 121,480 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside rear hub oil seal leaking slightly

Offside rear hub oil seal leaking slightly

Offside rear wheel brearing slightly noisy

Pass 19 Nov 2010 106,585 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2010 106,585 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2009 89,624 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2009 89,624 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 77,029 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 66,192 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 58,125 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 39,744 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 XBU is a 2002 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 XBU, 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

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What year was AK52 XBU registered?

AK52 XBU is a 2002 Ford Transit, first registered on 18 October 2002.

Is AK52 XBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK52 XBU shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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