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AU56 KBF

2006 Ford Ranger

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

198,708 mi
Last recorded198,708 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Ranger89,658 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 KBF
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 198,708 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2025 198,708 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2024 194,261 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis at spring mount front (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at spring mount front (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to LAV (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 189,738 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 184,106 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at LAV (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 177,762 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2021 177,762 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 172,127 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2020 172,127 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play idler (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 166,868 miles

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering idler (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering box arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 160,107 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 154,416 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Fail 2 Nov 2017 154,416 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2016 146,667 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 138,956 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 131,384 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 112,242 miles

n/s/f tyre tread uneven wear

Pass 29 May 2013 92,993 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 74,594 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 53,662 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 52,731 miles

Front wiper blades split on ends but clearing screen.

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

Fail 20 Dec 2010 52,731 miles

Front wiper blades split on ends but clearing screen.

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2009 43,438 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

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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AU56 KBF is a 2006 Ford Ranger in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2006 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 89,658 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 AU56 KBF, 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 20 years old, this Ford Ranger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AU56 KBF is a 2006 Ford Ranger, first registered on 12 December 2006.

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