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BJ54 VVP

2004 Ford Ranger

Black Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

115,998 mi
Last recorded115,998 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Ranger91,064 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ54 VVP
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 115,998 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2024 112,274 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 111,217 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2022 110,625 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 107,600 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2020 104,818 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2019 104,057 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH AND N/S/R. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BEHIND FUEL TANK. (1.1.11 (c))

Rear PROP UJ WORN.

Pass 2 Nov 2018 103,288 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH AND N/S/R. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Nov 2018 103,287 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH AND N/S/R. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 93,894 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2017 93,892 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported STRAP BROKEN (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 85,972 miles

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

rear propshaft u j cup rusty

Pass 30 Oct 2015 79,321 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 73,843 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 73,842 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 69,965 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 65,998 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2011 61,987 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2010 58,268 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 51,842 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 45,359 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2007 30,756 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 30,756 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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BJ54 VVP is a 2004 Ford Ranger in Black with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2004 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 91,064 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 BJ54 VVP, 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 22 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 BJ54 VVP registered?

BJ54 VVP is a 2004 Ford Ranger, first registered on 2 November 2004.

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