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EA52 GCU

2002 Ford Ranger

Red Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

40,104 mi
Last recorded40,104 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Ford Ranger100,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA52 GCU
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 40,104 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 39,180 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2024 39,180 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2023 38,181 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 37,030 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 36,049 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 34,855 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 33,673 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 32,688 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 31,645 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 30,090 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 28,945 miles

Offside Front cross member corroded

Fail 10 Sep 2015 28,945 miles

Offside Front cross member corroded

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 27,899 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 26,354 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 25,642 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 23,749 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 21,013 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 18,882 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 17,084 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2008 17,084 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 15,211 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 12,051 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 9,385 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Ranger?

Based on 1,687,380 MOT tests across 189,558 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
7,432
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
189,558
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 41,033
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,758
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,813
fog lamp not working 18,665
position lamp(s) not working 18,567
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EA52 GCU is a 2002 Ford Ranger in Red with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2002 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 100,584 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Ranger fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 41,033 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EA52 GCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Ranger typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Ford Ranger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EA52 GCU registered?

EA52 GCU is a 2002 Ford Ranger, first registered on 1 November 2002.

Is EA52 GCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA52 GCU shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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