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BF08 SWY

2008 Ford Ranger

Yellow Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

54,967 mi
Last recorded54,967 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ranger90,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 SWY
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2021 54,967 miles

Clutch pedal anti slip pad missing

Engine Malfunction indicator lamp indicating a malfunction

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 54,228 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2019 51,536 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 48,859 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2018 48,859 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 45,023 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2016 42,135 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2016 42,135 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 38,896 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2015 38,896 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 34,863 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 29,148 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2013 29,146 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 23,744 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 18,607 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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BF08 SWY is a 2008 Ford Ranger in Yellow with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2008 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 90,186 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 BF08 SWY, 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 18 years old, this Ford Ranger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BF08 SWY registered?

BF08 SWY is a 2008 Ford Ranger, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is BF08 SWY safe to buy?

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