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GU52 SWO

2002 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,092 mi
Last recorded123,092 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 2002 Ford Transit114,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 SWO
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2024 123,092 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 7 Jun 2024 123,092 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 113,810 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2023 113,810 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2022 113,728 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2021 113,346 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2020 112,909 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 112,391 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 107,470 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2017 102,745 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded main front to rear in centre (3.6.B.2c)

Front coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front TYRE wearing inner edge near wear bands

centre silencers outer casings deteriorated

slight oil leaks

Pass 20 Jun 2016 96,096 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded main front too rear in centre (3.6.B.2c)

Front coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance fading (1.1.A.3d)

both rear chassis areas slightly corroded behind rear wheels may need attention before next mot

offside rear tyre cuts in tread not exposing cord at test

Fail 15 Jun 2016 95,974 miles

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

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

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe slightly corroded main front too rear in centre (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces poor condition will need attention soon (3.5.1i)

Front coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance fading (1.1.A.3d)

both rear chassis areas slightly corroded behind rear wheels may need attention before next mot

offside rear tyre cuts in tread not exposing cord at test

Pass 10 Jun 2015 89,120 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 87,520 miles

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

nearside front brake disc slightly corroded on inner face

Pass 7 Jun 2013 85,647 miles

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

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 8 Jun 2012 82,062 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 79,414 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 79,414 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 76,369 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

oil leak

Fail 1 Jun 2010 76,359 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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GU52 SWO is a 2002 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GU52 SWO, 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 GU52 SWO registered?

GU52 SWO is a 2002 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 October 2002.

Is GU52 SWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU52 SWO shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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