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AK56 ZKX

2006 Ford Ranger

Red Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

130,058 mi
Last recorded130,058 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2024
Typical for 2006 Ford Ranger89,658 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 ZKX
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2024 130,058 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 117,930 miles

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

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

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2023 117,923 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 106,603 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 94,259 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 84,136 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Mar 2020 84,129 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 72,566 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 66,048 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 59,483 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 52,681 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 46,123 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 46,123 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 39,385 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 39,385 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2013 32,784 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 25,943 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 19,464 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 11,545 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 4,795 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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AK56 ZKX is a 2006 Ford Ranger in Red with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AK56 ZKX, 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 AK56 ZKX registered?

AK56 ZKX is a 2006 Ford Ranger, first registered on 6 October 2006.

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