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AJ55 GZU

2005 Ford Ranger

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

148,389 mi
Last recorded148,389 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Ranger89,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 148,389 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 138,301 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2023 128,878 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 112,249 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Aug 2022 112,249 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 99,189 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2021 99,187 miles

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

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

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

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Sep 2020 81,876 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 81,876 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 65,150 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2019 65,150 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Sep 2018 43,867 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 20,284 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 7,541 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 7,362 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 7,136 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 6,698 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 6,156 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 4,791 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 4,100 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 GZU is a 2005 Ford Ranger in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GZU, 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 AJ55 GZU registered?

AJ55 GZU is a 2005 Ford Ranger, first registered on 31 October 2005.

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