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AJ12 VLL

2012 Ford Ranger

Grey Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

227,832 mi
Last recorded227,832 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Ranger79,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ12 VLL
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 227,832 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2024 222,981 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE BAY (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 210,264 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 195,401 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 181,218 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 172,683 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2020 172,679 miles

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

Front Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Oct 2019 166,134 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2018 148,106 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 125,354 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)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 84,169 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 52,036 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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AJ12 VLL is a 2012 Ford Ranger in Grey with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 79,392 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 AJ12 VLL, 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 14 years old, this Ford Ranger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AJ12 VLL registered?

AJ12 VLL is a 2012 Ford Ranger, first registered on 21 August 2012.

Is AJ12 VLL safe to buy?

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