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GU52 FTX

2002 Ford Transit

Green Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

246,288 mi
Last recorded246,288 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 2002 Ford Transit114,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 FTX
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Fail 15 Aug 2017 246,288 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Front spring mount, inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Drivers step (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Front spring mount, inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Both inner sills very corroded

Both outer sills very corroded

Front prop support bush excessively worn

Oil leak Excessive, covering the under side of van up to rear axle ()

Pass 4 Aug 2016 243,389 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak ()

Under side of vehicle corroded

Fail 2 Aug 2016 243,383 miles

Centre Stop lamp insecure (1.2.1a)

Nearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear, rear section (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak ()

Under side of vehicle corroded

Pass 1 Sep 2015 240,715 miles

front to rear brake pipes scabby

oil leak

under side of vehicle very scabby

Fail 20 Aug 2015 240,703 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front and rear mount (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front and rear mount (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front to rear brake pipes scabby

oil leak

under side of vehicle very scabby

Pass 19 Aug 2014 237,546 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

washers poor

Pass 1 Aug 2013 225,482 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 207,450 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 207,444 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 186,868 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 186,862 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 169,479 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 169,473 miles

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2009 150,575 miles

Both pedal rubbers worn

Pass 21 Aug 2008 132,940 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not affecting the beam image or light output (1.2.4a)

o/s/r inner door handle

Pass 23 Aug 2007 112,162 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 112,153 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.1.B.6b)

Offside Outer Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.1.B.6b)

Offside Rear Emergency exit door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.D.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.8.A.5c)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.8.A.6)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 89,261 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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GU52 FTX is a 2002 Ford Transit in Green with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GU52 FTX, 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 GU52 FTX registered?

GU52 FTX is a 2002 Ford Transit, first registered on 18 October 2002.

Is GU52 FTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU52 FTX shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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