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YC52 WOV

2002 Ford Transit Connect

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

199,070 mi
Last recorded199,070 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2024
Typical for 2002 Ford Transit Connect105,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC52 WOV
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2024 199,070 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at mount, exhaust system corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside rusty, chassis crossmembers corroded, both sills been welded repaired. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension components rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Mar 2024 198,906 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at mount, exhaust system corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside rusty, chassis crossmembers corroded, both sills been welded repaired. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension components rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 194,069 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at joint (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 186,790 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play all 4 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases system corroded/deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

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

all welding repairs covered in heavy undersealed

Fail 5 Aug 2021 186,748 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear spring hanger area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired lower sill not attached to inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear spring hanger area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired outer sill not attached to inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps x2 (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play all 4 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases system corroded/deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2020 174,700 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion several areas (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Service brake binding but not excessively front and rear (1.2.1 (f))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills both sides/rear crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))

rear cross member holed/corroded

Pass 14 Nov 2017 173,713 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2017 173,659 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 167,413 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 15,708 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 149,080 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2013 139,833 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 130,179 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 130,176 miles

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

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 118,707 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2010 108,971 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 95,489 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 82,674 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 82,658 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Nov 2006 64,563 miles

Offside Front Ball joint damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

How Reliable is the Ford Transit Connect?

Based on 3,622,068 MOT tests across 283,952 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
7,948
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
283,952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 121,813
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 105,772
Stop lamp not working 69,148
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 67,188
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,256
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YC52 WOV is a 2002 Ford Transit Connect in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 105,553 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit Connect fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 121,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC52 WOV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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YC52 WOV is a 2002 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 6 December 2002.

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