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AK55 XLH

2005 Ford Ranger

Red Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Ford Ranger89,399 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 XLH
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026

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

Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 22 Jul 2026

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

Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 90,699 miles

Brake pipe slightly damaged all covered (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 84,691 miles

Front Fog lights smashed and not working

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Lens cracked

Fail 30 Mar 2021 84,690 miles

Nearside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mud guard (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front Fog lights smashed and not working

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Lens cracked

Pass 6 Mar 2020 73,883 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Apr 2019 65,106 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2019 65,106 miles

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

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 58,246 miles

Center exhaust mounting broken

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Nearside front body corroded

Nearside front floor slightly corroded

Nearside rear tyre outer wall cut/damaged

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside front body corroded

Pass 16 Mar 2017 51,467 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 48,012 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 46,499 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 42,403 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 40,353 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Fail 5 Apr 2013 40,353 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 35,969 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 28 Mar 2012 35,969 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2011 28,847 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2010 23,273 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 17,143 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 17,143 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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 XLH is a 2005 Ford Ranger in Red with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AK55 XLH, 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 XLH registered?

AK55 XLH is a 2005 Ford Ranger, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is AK55 XLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 XLH shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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