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AK56 GWM

2006 Ford Ranger

Grey Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2014
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

108,336 mi
Last recorded108,336 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2013
Typical for 2006 Ford Ranger89,658 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 GWM
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2013 108,336 miles

very slight seepage from steering box offside

Fail 20 Jun 2013 108,336 miles

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside front wheel arch loose

very slight seepage from steering box offside

wipers smearing

Pass 1 Nov 2011 87,852 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 1 Nov 2011 87,852 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2010 67,483 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 67,479 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 17 Sep 2009 52,086 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 52,086 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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AK56 GWM is a 2006 Ford Ranger in Grey with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 AK56 GWM, 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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What year was AK56 GWM registered?

AK56 GWM is a 2006 Ford Ranger, first registered on 21 September 2006.

Is AK56 GWM safe to buy?

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