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196 ETF

2011 Ford Ranger

Black Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

157,008 mi
Last recorded157,008 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Ranger84,999 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration196 ETF
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 157,008 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 154,086 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes to brake compensation valve (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 151,662 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 149,065 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2023 149,065 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 145,654 miles

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

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

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2022 145,654 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 142,280 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2021 142,280 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2020 139,149 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 135,269 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 126,125 miles

offside front bumper offside front wing damage but no sharp edges

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

Pass 23 Feb 2017 103,423 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 87,052 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 68,414 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 48,344 miles

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

How Reliable is the Ford Ranger?

Based on 1,687,380 MOT tests across 189,558 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
7,432
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
189,558
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 41,033
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,758
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,813
fog lamp not working 18,665
position lamp(s) not working 18,567
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196 ETF is a 2011 Ford Ranger in Black with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2011 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 84,999 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Ranger fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 41,033 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 196 ETF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Ranger typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 15 years old, this Ford Ranger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 196 ETF?

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What year was 196 ETF registered?

196 ETF is a 2011 Ford Ranger, first registered on 31 March 2011.

Is 196 ETF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 196 ETF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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