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BK03 DOG

2003 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2022
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

207,219 mi
Last recorded207,219 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK03 DOG
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Fail 10 Aug 2022 207,219 miles

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

Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis fuel tank mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2021 206,512 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 203,778 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2019 203,775 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 May 2018 201,650 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 201,650 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Fail 27 Mar 2018 201,646 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 198,640 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 198,640 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 189,414 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 169,292 miles

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 152,439 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 138,445 miles

chips on windscreen

Pass 4 Oct 2012 137,917 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 137,905 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2011 131,315 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2011 113,122 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Apr 2010 121,604 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

foot pedal has a lot of travel

Pass 13 Mar 2009 116,818 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 99,929 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 99,919 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 78,583 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2006 59,784 miles

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

Steering lock stop damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.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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BK03 DOG is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 BK03 DOG, 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 BK03 DOG registered?

BK03 DOG is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 28 March 2003.

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