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AX03 FBD

2003 Ford Ranger

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

164,811 mi
Last recorded164,811 miles
Recorded on27 May 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 FBD
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2020 164,811 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 163,318 miles

various brake pipes greased and underside has been wax oiled

Pass 8 Jun 2018 162,058 miles

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

Engine cover and Undertrays fitted

Suspect front brake pads getting low can not see fully

Pass 2 Jun 2017 158,957 miles

Brake pipes have ben wax oiled

Engine & underbody covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 10 Jun 2016 154,699 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2015 148,931 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 142,749 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

N/s rear tyre sidewalls slightly perished

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Fail 27 May 2014 142,720 miles

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

N/s rear tyre sidewalls slightly perished

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 29 May 2013 137,425 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2012 132,578 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 132,578 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 121,628 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2010 105,747 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 91,123 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jun 2008 70,553 miles

obligatory mirror cracked ,not affecting rear view.

Pass 9 May 2007 57,445 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 45,456 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

drivers mirror cracked in corner

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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AX03 FBD is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2003 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 94,107 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 AX03 FBD, 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 23 years old, this Ford Ranger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AX03 FBD registered?

AX03 FBD is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 22 May 2003.

Is AX03 FBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX03 FBD shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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