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AK57 NLU

2007 Ford Ranger

Silver Diesel 2953cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

176,544 mi
Last recorded176,544 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2024
Typical for 2007 Ford Ranger94,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK57 NLU
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,953cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2024 176,544 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view and o/s chips in screen. (3.2 (a) (i))

Front radiator support member corroded

Fail 21 Aug 2024 176,496 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view and o/s chips in screen. (3.2 (a) (i))

Front radiator support member corroded

Pass 23 Aug 2023 170,534 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2023 170,534 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2022 164,160 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front radiator support corroded

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2021 151,478 miles

Front panel under radiator corroded

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 22 Jul 2021 151,478 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front panel under radiator corroded

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 10 Aug 2020 143,149 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear diff casing corroded and leaking slightly

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2019 128,242 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake comp valve showing signs of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over axle pipe showing signs of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under body,chassis and associated components showing signs of corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Slight damage in drivers swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2019 128,242 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning LED strip incorporated within wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer likely to become detached back box tail pipe insecure (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake comp valve showing signs of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust back box tail pipe snapped off but fumes not entering cabin

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective spit in corners (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over axle pipe showing signs of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under body,chassis and associated components showing signs of corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Slight damage in drivers swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 113,240 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S/R to brake comp valve corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material O/S/ front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle under side structure and associated components showing signs of corrosion but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

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

Pass 18 Aug 2017 98,123 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Vehicle tested when under-side was wet

Pass 15 Jul 2016 83,349 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 66,457 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 53,181 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 45,445 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 38,490 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 30,543 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 22,252 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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AK57 NLU is a 2007 Ford Ranger in Silver with a 2,953cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2007 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 94,364 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 AK57 NLU, 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 19 years old, this Ford Ranger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK57 NLU registered?

AK57 NLU is a 2007 Ford Ranger, first registered on 18 September 2007.

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