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AR04 BMV

2004 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

104,171 mi
Last recorded104,171 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2023
Typical for 2004 Ford Ranger91,064 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR04 BMV
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2023 104,171 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2022 100,848 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2021 96,253 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2021 96,253 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 92,414 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 88,849 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 84,823 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 80,594 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2017 80,594 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2016 75,657 miles

Oil leak ()

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

Rear Oil leak diff. ()

Pass 16 Jul 2015 71,321 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 71,321 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 67,453 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 63,457 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 17 Jul 2012 59,449 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2012 59,449 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 55,573 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 48,684 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 44,494 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 37,460 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 30,674 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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AR04 BMV is a 2004 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 AR04 BMV, 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 AR04 BMV registered?

AR04 BMV is a 2004 Ford Ranger, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is AR04 BMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR04 BMV shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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