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BJ53 RZE

2003 Ford Ranger

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2023
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

148,045 mi
Last recorded148,045 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2022 148,045 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2022 148,038 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords BOTH. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 145,009 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2021 145,006 miles

Nearside Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) IDLER WORN TO EXCESS (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2020 143,278 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2019 140,744 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced WING. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 24 Oct 2019 140,740 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH. (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced WING. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2018 139,441 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2018 139,437 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded BOTH FRONT TO REARS. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak BOTH (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 3 May 2017 136,710 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded BOTH SIDES. (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 2 May 2017 136,708 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded PIPES BEHIND FUEL TANK. (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded BOTH SIDES. (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 133,531 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 133,528 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported strap (7.1.1)

Pass 17 Dec 2014 125,072 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2014 118,542 miles

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

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 111,245 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2013 111,241 miles

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 103,612 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 92,521 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 79,052 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 67,979 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 55,930 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 41,424 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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BJ53 RZE is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 RZE, 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 RZE registered?

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

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