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AK56 ZLV

2006 Ford Ranger

Black Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

144,456 mi
Last recorded144,456 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Ranger89,658 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 ZLV
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 Mar 2025 144,456 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded and functionality of the braking system is affected floor (1.1.21 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2024 139,255 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2023 139,249 miles

Central Rear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 134,282 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2022 134,277 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 130,297 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 124,620 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 117,728 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 108,045 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 96,427 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 82,567 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 71,243 miles

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

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 58,391 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 43,681 miles

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 43,681 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 28,732 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 ZLV is a 2006 Ford Ranger in Black with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ZLV, 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 ZLV registered?

AK56 ZLV is a 2006 Ford Ranger, first registered on 7 November 2006.

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