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AP04 VNS

2004 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

159,152 mi
Last recorded159,152 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2019
Typical for 2004 Ford Ranger91,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP04 VNS
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2019 159,152 miles

Nearside Front brake pipe has very slight corrosion

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

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

rear wing lower to arch has corrosion both sides

Pass 20 Jul 2018 150,453 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2017 139,868 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 129,895 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 129,895 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 120,120 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2014 110,407 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 101,149 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2012 89,915 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 7 May 2011 77,290 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 65,362 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2010 65,360 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2009 63,304 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2008 61,616 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 58,531 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 58,531 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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AP04 VNS is a 2004 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2004 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 91,064 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 AP04 VNS, 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 22 years old, this Ford Ranger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AP04 VNS registered?

AP04 VNS is a 2004 Ford Ranger, first registered on 31 March 2004.

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