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BG18 XSJ

2018 Ford Ranger

Black Diesel 3198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

119,888 mi
Last recorded119,888 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2018 Ford Ranger56,801 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG18 XSJ
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,198cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 119,888 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2024 103,984 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2024 103,984 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 86,573 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 84,472 miles
Fail 23 May 2022 84,472 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside in poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper blade defective nearside and offside ` (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 65,468 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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BG18 XSJ is a 2018 Ford Ranger in Black with a 3,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2018 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 56,801 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 BG18 XSJ, 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 8 years old, this Ford Ranger is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG18 XSJ registered?

BG18 XSJ is a 2018 Ford Ranger, first registered on 30 May 2018.

Is BG18 XSJ safe to buy?

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