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AP53 VTM

2004 Ford Ranger

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

139,639 mi
Last recorded139,639 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 2004 Ford Ranger91,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP53 VTM
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 139,639 miles

Front crossmember excessively corroded but not affecting body security

Nearside Front Inner Wheel arch excessively corroded but not within a prescribed area

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside front and nearside front floor excessively corroded but not affecting body security

Offside rear and nearside rear floor/wheel arch excessively corroded but not affecting body security

Rear Brake pipes corroded

Tape applied to various body panels

Underside of vehicle generally showing corrosion

Fail 14 Mar 2023 139,639 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front crossmember excessively corroded but not affecting body security

Nearside Front Inner Wheel arch excessively corroded but not within a prescribed area

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside front and nearside front floor excessively corroded but not affecting body security

Offside rear and nearside rear floor/wheel arch excessively corroded but not affecting body security

Rear Brake pipes corroded

Tape applied to various body panels

Underside of vehicle generally showing corrosion

Pass 18 Mar 2022 139,307 miles

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

Front crossmember excessively corroded but not affecting body security

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

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside front and nearside front floor corroded but not affecting body security

Offside rear and nearside rear floor/wheel arch excessively corroded but not affecting body security

Tape applied to various body panels

Fail 8 Mar 2022 139,307 miles

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front crossmember excessively corroded but not affecting body security

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

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

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside front and nearside front floor corroded but not affecting body security

Offside rear and nearside rear floor/wheel arch excessively corroded but not affecting body security

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

Tape applied to various body panels

Pass 9 Mar 2021 137,803 miles

Front crossmember excessively corroded but not affecting body security

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside front and nearside front floor corroded but not affecting body security

Offside rear and nearside rear floor/wheel arch excessively corroded but not affecting body security

Fail 9 Mar 2021 137,803 miles

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Front crossmember excessively corroded but not affecting body security

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside front and nearside front floor corroded but not affecting body security

Offside rear and nearside rear floor/wheel arch excessively corroded but affecting body security

Pass 2 Mar 2020 137,279 miles

Front Crossmember excessively corroded but not affecting body security

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Floor/wheel arch area excessively corroded but not affecting body security

Fail 28 Feb 2020 137,279 miles

Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

Front Crossmember excessively corroded but not affecting body security

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Floor/wheel arch area excessively corroded but not affecting body security

Pass 27 Feb 2019 133,976 miles

Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2018 128,145 miles

Slight play in steering box and steering idler drop arm ball joints.

Pass 17 Feb 2017 118,402 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2017 118,399 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 109,311 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 109,308 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Towbar component insecure plug (6.6.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 96,013 miles

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

n/s/f brake binding slightly

Pass 26 Feb 2014 88,471 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2013 79,739 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Feb 2013 79,739 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 71,752 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 62,025 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 62,019 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 53,521 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 43,181 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2009 43,181 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Feb 2008 34,358 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2007 25,553 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 25,553 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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AP53 VTM is a 2004 Ford Ranger in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

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 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 AP53 VTM, 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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AP53 VTM is a 2004 Ford Ranger, first registered on 24 February 2004.

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