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A23 YUP

2004 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

119,048 mi
Last recorded119,048 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Ranger91,064 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 YUP
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 119,048 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 118,227 miles

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

light tyre rubbing only on full lock

Fail 3 Sep 2024 118,226 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

light tyre rubbing only on full lock

Pass 11 Sep 2023 114,255 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside front, rear load valve to axle. front to rear front section (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 94,328 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear around load valve (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 72,743 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 72,740 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 72,247 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2020 72,247 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 May 2019 71,364 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 69,789 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 69,788 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2017 68,795 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 68,794 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2016 63,927 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2015 58,649 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 54,101 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 49,949 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 49,949 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 2 May 2012 46,595 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 46,595 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 May 2011 43,207 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2010 39,236 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 33,791 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 26,556 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 8 May 2007 21,147 miles

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 YUP is a 2004 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2004 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 91,064 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 YUP, 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 22 years old, this Ford Ranger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A23 YUP registered?

A23 YUP is a 2004 Ford Ranger, first registered on 6 May 2004.

Is A23 YUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A23 YUP shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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