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AG53 ZBN

2003 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

124,179 mi
Last recorded124,179 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG53 ZBN
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2024 124,179 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated and offside (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear rear bed corroded

Pass 26 Oct 2023 112,092 miles

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

rear buck corroded & holed

Pass 26 Oct 2022 111,230 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 110,345 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 108,878 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 107,603 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 106,152 miles

rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 31 Oct 2017 103,873 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 101,480 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 97,964 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 95,412 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 93,335 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 90,032 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 87,217 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 83,235 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 72,183 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 72,148 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Oct 2008 60,156 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Oct 2008 60,156 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 48,804 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2007 48,804 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Oct 2006 36,887 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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AG53 ZBN is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2003 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 94,107 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 AG53 ZBN, 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 23 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 AG53 ZBN registered?

AG53 ZBN is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 10 October 2003.

Is AG53 ZBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG53 ZBN shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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