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AK54 UWU

2004 Ford Ranger

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

98,779 mi
Last recorded98,779 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2023
Typical for 2004 Ford Ranger91,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK54 UWU
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2023 98,779 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Radiator support cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 17 Dec 2022 98,663 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Radiator support cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2021 91,569 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2021 91,561 miles

Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2020 83,118 miles

brake pipes rusting

front inner wings starting to corrode

front screen cracked

Pass 2 Dec 2019 78,118 miles

brake pipes starting to rust front screen cracked at top

Fail 2 Dec 2019 78,118 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

brake pipes starting to rust front screen cracked at top

Pass 22 Nov 2018 72,380 miles

front and centre rear brake pipes corroding front screen cracked

Fail 22 Nov 2018 72,380 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

front and centre rear brake pipes corroding front screen cracked

Pass 2 Nov 2017 68,555 miles

front screen cracked zone b

Fail 25 Oct 2017 68,544 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded axle (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front screen cracked zone b

Pass 25 Nov 2015 58,575 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 23 Nov 2015 58,552 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Lower Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2014 51,583 miles

n/s/r rear spring bush starting to wear

Pass 8 Nov 2013 45,306 miles

screen chipped and rear brake pipe rusty

Fail 8 Nov 2013 45,306 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

screen chipped and rear brake pipe rusty

Pass 31 Oct 2012 40,445 miles

front brake pads worn

Pass 17 Oct 2011 34,154 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 28,321 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 24,651 miles

front tyres starting to wear and centre exhaust weak

Pass 27 Oct 2008 20,734 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 18,975 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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AK54 UWU is a 2004 Ford Ranger in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2004 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 91,064 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 AK54 UWU, 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 22 years old, this Ford Ranger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK54 UWU registered?

AK54 UWU is a 2004 Ford Ranger, first registered on 27 September 2004.

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