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AK55 GYW

2005 Ford Ranger

Grey Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

100,111 mi
Last recorded100,111 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Ford Ranger89,399 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 GYW
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2021 100,111 miles

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 94,557 miles

Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Dec 2020 94,557 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 87,816 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

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

Pass 28 Dec 2018 82,796 miles

Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Fail 28 Dec 2018 82,796 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 74,703 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure slightly damaged within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2017 68,110 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 64,497 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 14 Jan 2016 64,497 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 57,829 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2013 50,883 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 44,161 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 38,736 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 26,422 miles

offside mirror glass damaged,but provides clear view rearward.

Fail 18 Sep 2010 26,422 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

offside mirror glass damaged,but provides clear view rearward.

Pass 28 Sep 2009 19,721 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 19,721 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 11,717 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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AK55 GYW is a 2005 Ford Ranger in Grey with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 AK55 GYW, 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 AK55 GYW registered?

AK55 GYW is a 2005 Ford Ranger, first registered on 29 September 2005.

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