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AJ55 BNZ

2005 Ford Ranger

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

144,542 mi
Last recorded144,542 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Ranger89,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 BNZ
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 144,542 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 142,980 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 141,437 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 135,917 miles

Trailer socket damaged

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 134,022 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 132,768 miles

Vehicle has had instrument cluster change.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2020 62,349 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in centre of screen and crack along the bottom not effecting drivers view of the road. (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 May 2020 62,349 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn Both nearside and offside rear leaf springs, rear shackle bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in centre of screen and crack along the bottom not effecting drivers view of the road. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 61,927 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2019 61,923 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Plate limit 0.9% (8.2.2.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake load sensing valve inoperative and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view x2 (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 60,369 miles

advise crack in lower screen

Fail 26 Feb 2018 60,369 miles

Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

advise crack in lower screen

Pass 22 Feb 2017 56,024 miles

Offside Outer Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Trailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected Plastic cover missing (1.9.3b)

Fail 17 Feb 2017 55,923 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Compensator to rear axle flexible brake pipe. (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear. (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear. (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Outer Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Trailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected Plastic cover missing (1.9.3b)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 48,743 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 48,373 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 33,887 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 25,740 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 17,258 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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AJ55 BNZ is a 2005 Ford Ranger in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 AJ55 BNZ, 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.

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What year was AJ55 BNZ registered?

AJ55 BNZ is a 2005 Ford Ranger, first registered on 24 December 2005.

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