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2002 Ford Transit 280 LWB 2.4L Diesel · PCZ 2981

PCZ 2981

2002 Ford Transit 280 LWB (2.4L, diesel). First registered 27 Sept 2002. Recorded mileage 144,119 miles. MOT expired on 23 Nov 2024.

Make & Model
FORD TRANSIT 280 LWB
Year / Origin
2002 · Preston
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 23 Nov 2024
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
144,119 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Archived Record

Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.

MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 23 Nov 2024
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2002
Engine
2402cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle currently holds a valid roadworthiness status following its most recent MOT test on 24 November 2023 at 144,119 miles. This test saw the vehicle pass without any recorded defects, suggesting a stable period of mechanical presentation. While the history shows a pattern of failures in 2022 and late 2023, the immediate passes following those failures indicate that the owner is proactive in rectifying identified faults to keep the vehicle on the road. The mileage records indicate a consistent low-use pattern, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year over its twenty-four-year life. There is a notable gap in testing between December 2019 and March 2022, during which the vehicle covered roughly 5,200 miles. Since the April 2022 test, the vehicle has covered fewer than 200 miles. This low annual mileage relative to the age suggests limited wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it also increases the risk of age-related degradation in rubber components and fluid breakdown if the vehicle sat for extended periods. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and load bearing areas, as low-mileage Transits of this era are prone to hidden corrosion despite low usage. Examine the suspension bushes, brake lines, and exhaust system for signs of advanced rust, as the previous failures suggest the vehicle has required mechanical attention recently. Because the vehicle has not been tested since November 2023, the buyer must ensure that the brake discs have not seized or developed significant pitting during the recent period of inactivity.

PCZ 2981 Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 24/11/2023
  • 144,119 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (50%)
! Older vehicle
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PCZ 2981 Mileage History

  1. 10/03/2022143,925 mi
  2. 22/04/2022143,951 mi+26 mi
  3. 27/09/2023144,087 mi+136 mi
  4. 24/11/2023144,119 mi+32 mi

Average of roughly 114 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

PCZ 2981 MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Ford Transit 280 Lwb (PCZ 2981) between March 2022 and November 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 24 November 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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