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BJ53 RXA

2003 Ford Ranger

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

162,351 mi
Last recorded162,351 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 RXA
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2018 162,351 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Rear hanger has broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Door mirror glass cracked but not affecting drivers view

Offside Rear Light unit lens is damaged but not affect light output or colour

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2018 162,325 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake performance not tested Burst pipe (1.2.1 (g))

Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Rear hanger has broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Door mirror glass cracked but not affecting drivers view

Offside Rear Light unit lens is damaged but not affect light output or colour

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 152,574 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak at rear diff casing ()

x panel under radiator corroded

Fail 30 Nov 2017 152,568 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate both dull (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak at rear diff casing ()

x panel under radiator corroded

Pass 29 Nov 2016 142,970 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn close to limit on edge at time of test (4.1.E.1)

front lower radiator support panel corroded to excess

Fail 28 Nov 2016 142,970 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

front lower radiator support panel corroded to excess

Pass 30 Nov 2015 133,360 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 126,298 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2013 124,424 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 124,405 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 122,450 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 83,462 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 80,583 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 73,691 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 73,691 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 62,447 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Oct 2007 50,265 miles

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

Fail 10 Oct 2007 50,265 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2006 35,941 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2006 35,941 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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BJ53 RXA is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 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 BJ53 RXA, 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.

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What year was BJ53 RXA registered?

BJ53 RXA is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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