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AF55 ZFY

2005 Ford Ranger

Silver Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

204,199 mi
Last recorded204,199 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Ranger89,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 ZFY
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2025 204,199 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2025 204,167 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting by spring mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 3 Feb 2024 198,190 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2023 191,073 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 183,959 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2022 183,959 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2021 179,790 miles

GENERAL CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE

Pass 8 Feb 2020 173,309 miles

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

CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2019 162,977 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2018 152,176 miles

GENERAL CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE

Pass 10 Feb 2017 144,178 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Nov 2015 139,017 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2015 139,017 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 132,520 miles

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

both front tyres wearing inner edge

Fail 28 Oct 2014 132,464 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

both front tyres wearing inner edge

Pass 19 Sep 2013 125,203 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 125,145 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 10 Sep 2012 115,912 miles

Offside headlamp mounting damaged

Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 115,912 miles

Offside headlamp mounting damaged

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 106,576 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 96,847 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 78,347 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 58,896 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 24 Jul 2008 58,896 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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AF55 ZFY is a 2005 Ford Ranger in Silver with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2005 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 89,399 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 AF55 ZFY, 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 21 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 AF55 ZFY registered?

AF55 ZFY is a 2005 Ford Ranger, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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