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HF52 BSU

2002 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

165,525 mi
Last recorded165,525 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2017
Typical for 2002 Ford Transit114,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF52 BSU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2017 165,525 miles

Nearside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 153,743 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 145,463 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2015 145,463 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 135,042 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 135,042 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2013 124,567 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 124,567 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 111,715 miles

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

front disks worn

n/s/f bearing slightly rough

Pass 14 Sep 2011 99,328 miles

Oil leak

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

Fail 12 Sep 2011 99,101 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2010 78,563 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009
Fail 14 Aug 2009 69,516 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 60,972 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 57,857 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 42,336 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2006 42,336 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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HF52 BSU is a 2002 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc 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 HF52 BSU, 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 HF52 BSU registered?

HF52 BSU is a 2002 Ford Transit, first registered on 5 September 2002.

Is HF52 BSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF52 BSU 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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