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YS52 VJN

2002 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

149,084 mi
Last recorded149,084 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Ford Transit Connect105,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS52 VJN
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 149,084 miles

Both front brakes binding

Both inner sills corroded

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2025 149,124 miles

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2024 149,118 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 149,074 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 148,589 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 147,344 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 89,967 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 87,761 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 85,108 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 84,075 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2015 84,147 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 82,182 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 75,766 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 67,796 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 64,466 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 55,164 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 55,164 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Apr 2009 46,359 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2008 35,568 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 25,692 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 25,692 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2005 18,562 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Nov 2005 18,562 miles

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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YS52 VJN is a 2002 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 YS52 VJN, 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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YS52 VJN is a 2002 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 9 December 2002.

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