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AO53 WRL

2003 Ford Ranger

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

156,961 mi
Last recorded156,961 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 WRL
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 17 Nov 2017 156,961 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 154,321 miles

Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 22 Mar 2016 154,321 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 149,288 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 136,852 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 124,241 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 124,176 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 111,519 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 98,581 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 98,580 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 10 Mar 2010 87,132 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 76,652 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 65,866 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 52,810 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2006 51,627 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 51,627 miles

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

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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AO53 WRL is a 2003 Ford Ranger in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2003 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 94,107 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 AO53 WRL, 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 23 years old, this Ford Ranger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AO53 WRL is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 5 November 2003.

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