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AV55 NDK

2005 Ford Ranger

Red Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

120,908 mi
Last recorded120,908 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Ranger89,399 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 NDK
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 120,908 miles

underside painted

Fail 30 Jan 2025 120,899 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear longitudinal member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

chassis floor suspension rusty

Pass 26 Feb 2024 116,681 miles

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

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

underside rusty

Pass 15 Feb 2023 112,011 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2023 112,011 miles

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 107,440 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 15 Feb 2022 107,440 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 102,740 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 15 Feb 2021 102,740 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Feb 2020 99,072 miles

chassis and front floor rusty

Pass 13 Feb 2019 93,435 miles

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

Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

general underside and chassis corrosion, no holes

Pass 15 Feb 2018 87,043 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded near load valve (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

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

chassis rusty and n/s/f and o/s/f floor

play in steering arms

Pass 16 Feb 2017 79,998 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)

Fail 16 Feb 2017 79,997 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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 16 Feb 2016 73,045 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 66,905 miles

silencer strap broken on exhaust but still supported adequatly

Pass 14 Feb 2014 58,732 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 49,243 miles

nearside front tyre slight cracking on wall

towball not fitted

Pass 22 Feb 2012 41,732 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 31,781 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 31,781 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 24,031 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 18,507 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

front brakes may need attention, 11% imbalance.

Pass 30 Sep 2008 18,507 miles

front brakes may need attention, 11% imbalance.

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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AV55 NDK is a 2005 Ford Ranger in Red with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2005 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 89,399 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 AV55 NDK, 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 21 years old, this Ford Ranger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AV55 NDK registered?

AV55 NDK is a 2005 Ford Ranger, first registered on 28 September 2005.

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