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BG51 MRU

2001 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2023
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

163,655 mi
Last recorded163,655 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2022
Typical for 2001 Ford Ranger104,096 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG51 MRU
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2022 163,655 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2022 163,648 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Oct 2021 155,380 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2020 152,889 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 150,663 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 145,460 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 140,103 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 137,155 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 128,777 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 121,243 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 113,171 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 113,171 miles

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 105,394 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 97,781 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 89,080 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 80,596 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 73,676 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2008 73,676 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 65,411 miles

advise disc pads look to be low, check with wheels off

advise slight displacement of rear springs

Pass 1 Nov 2006 60,349 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 60,349 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2005 56,761 miles

advise both front tyres worn on outer edge

advise both rear tyres worn low in centre †

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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BG51 MRU is a 2001 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2001 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 104,096 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 BG51 MRU, 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 25 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 BG51 MRU registered?

BG51 MRU is a 2001 Ford Ranger, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is BG51 MRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG51 MRU shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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