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A23 MBL

2017 Ford Ranger

Grey Diesel 3198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

180,872 mi
Last recorded180,872 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Ford Ranger59,881 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 MBL
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 180,872 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 177,580 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 165,272 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 146,604 miles

Ad-Blue level warning light on

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Hub seal leaking slightly.

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 12 Jan 2022 129,564 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 106,749 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Fail 12 Jan 2021 106,749 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Front fog lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning bulb loose and broken....replaced (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2020 83,334 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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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A23 MBL is a 2017 Ford Ranger in Grey with a 3,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 59,881 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 A23 MBL, 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 9 years old, this Ford Ranger is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A23 MBL registered?

A23 MBL is a 2017 Ford Ranger, first registered on 20 January 2017.

Is A23 MBL safe to buy?

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