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AE58 AXJ

2008 Ford Ranger

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests28 (17 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate60.7%

Mileage

120,845 mi
Last recorded120,845 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ranger90,186 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE58 AXJ
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 11 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 120,845 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamp lenses hazy (4.1.4 (b))

Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2025 118,412 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lenses hazy (4.1.4 (b))

Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

General underside corrosion

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Fail 12 Jul 2025 118,412 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lenses hazy (4.1.4 (b))

Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

General underside corrosion

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2024 115,413 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Fail 12 Jul 2024 115,413 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2023 111,639 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 20 Jul 2023 111,639 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 7 Jul 2023 111,553 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 106,217 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2022 106,217 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 96,036 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2021 96,036 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 82,015 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 82,013 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear mudguard bracket corroded

underside of vehicle generally corroded

Pass 25 Sep 2019 79,845 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2019 79,845 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 77,073 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 20 Sep 2018 77,073 miles

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 72,642 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2017 72,642 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 68,002 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 7 Sep 2016 68,002 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 63,250 miles

Nearside Body corner corroded

Fail 14 Sep 2015 63,250 miles

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

Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

Nearside Body corner corroded

Pass 10 Sep 2014 56,438 miles

drivers seat back split

Pass 13 Sep 2013 50,267 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 39,575 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 27,985 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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AE58 AXJ is a 2008 Ford Ranger in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.7%.

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 AE58 AXJ, 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.

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What year was AE58 AXJ registered?

AE58 AXJ is a 2008 Ford Ranger, first registered on 30 September 2008.

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