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AJ55 HBL

2005 Ford Ranger

Silver Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

133,099 mi
Last recorded133,099 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2013
Typical for 2005 Ford Ranger89,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 HBL
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2013 133,099 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Fail 14 May 2012 93,129 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 May 2012 93,129 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2011 81,090 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 81,090 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 May 2010 67,103 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 67,103 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 50,913 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 29 Sep 2008 34,920 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 34,920 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 HBL is a 2005 Ford Ranger in Silver with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 AJ55 HBL, 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 HBL registered?

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

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