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AJ56 HAU

2006 Ford Ranger

Silver Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

81,091 mi
Last recorded81,091 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Ranger89,658 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ56 HAU
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 81,091 miles

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

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

body work badly corroded

Fail 16 Mar 2026 80,371 miles

Central Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Rear plate lamp's dull

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Steering box slight movement (2.1.1 (d) (i))

vehicle heavily coated in under seal

Pass 11 Mar 2025 71,610 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both front lenses fadded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear light cluster cracked

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Rear both number plate lights dull

entire underside of vehicle heavily coated in underseal including all brake and fuel pipes and suspension components

Pass 9 Feb 2024 63,476 miles

entire underside of vehicle heavily coated in underseal including all brake pipes and suspension components

Pass 22 Feb 2023 62,278 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside & offside front (5.2.3 (e))

nearside & offside front headlamp lenses deteriorating

nearside & offside front lower suspension arms corroding

nearside rear light cluster cracked

steering ball joint gaiter deteriorating

Fail 13 Feb 2023 62,207 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside & offside front (5.2.3 (e))

nearside & offside front floor areas heavily corroded (but not broken through)

nearside & offside front headlamp lenses deteriorating

nearside & offside front lower suspension arms corroding

nearside rear light cluster cracked

steering ball joint gaiter deteriorating

Pass 27 Aug 2021 60,117 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 56,677 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all around brake load valve area (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 20 Aug 2020 56,677 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all around brake load valve area (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2019 53,369 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material around load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 49,807 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 46,319 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 43,033 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2015 41,139 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 39,649 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 34,749 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 30,665 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 24,352 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 18,293 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 11,422 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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AJ56 HAU is a 2006 Ford Ranger in Silver with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 AJ56 HAU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ56 HAU registered?

AJ56 HAU is a 2006 Ford Ranger, first registered on 7 November 2006.

Is AJ56 HAU safe to buy?

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