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AB08 GVU

2008 Ford Ranger

Silver Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2025
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

194,529 mi
Last recorded194,529 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ranger90,186 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 GVU
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2024 194,529 miles

Central Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Inner Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Floor area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Inner Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Floor area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2023 186,844 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2022 181,676 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material In & out of compensator valve (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2021 172,482 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 167,959 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 167,465 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 166,519 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 166,519 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 165,297 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 165,297 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 163,103 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 146,175 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 146,175 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 134,303 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Apr 2014 134,303 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 17 Apr 2013 106,177 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 106,177 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 May 2012 82,056 miles

N/S/R TYRE AGE CRACKING.

Fail 8 May 2012 82,056 miles

N/S/R TYRE AGE CRACKING.

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

Pass 9 May 2011 55,439 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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AB08 GVU is a 2008 Ford Ranger in Silver with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2008 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 90,186 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AB08 GVU, 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 18 years old, this Ford Ranger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AB08 GVU registered?

AB08 GVU is a 2008 Ford Ranger, first registered on 29 May 2008.

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