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AJ55 HVR

2006 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2025
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

198,909 mi
Last recorded198,909 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Ranger89,658 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 HVR
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Fail 19 Feb 2026 198,909 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Body mounting fixings insecure (6.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 3 Dec 2025 197,629 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury bumper and wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2024 171,999 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 162,499 miles

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

Nearside Front steering idler slight play

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 154,747 miles

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

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 146,738 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 25 Jan 2021 146,738 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 138,694 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2020 138,694 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2019 130,134 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2019 130,134 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 121,535 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 6 Mar 2018 121,535 miles

Central Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 110,439 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 101,458 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 93,063 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 83,003 miles

nearside front steering idler has slight play

Pass 23 May 2013 71,511 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 60,777 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 23 May 2012 60,777 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 May 2011 49,435 miles

slight split in nearside wiper

Pass 21 May 2010 37,244 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 24,737 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 HVR is a 2006 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2006 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 89,658 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 HVR, 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 20 years old, this Ford Ranger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AJ55 HVR is a 2006 Ford Ranger, first registered on 30 January 2006.

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