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BN53 ZHG

2003 Ford Ranger

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

84,349 mi
Last recorded84,349 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 ZHG
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2013 84,349 miles

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

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

both rear light lens cracked

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 20 Dec 2012 75,712 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 18 Dec 2012 75,712 miles

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

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

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

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

centre exhaust strap corroded & broke

Pass 13 Dec 2011 68,239 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 61,300 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2010 61,300 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2009 55,162 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 55,162 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 48,551 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 39,027 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 30,146 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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BN53 ZHG is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 BN53 ZHG, 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 BN53 ZHG registered?

BN53 ZHG is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 3 October 2003.

Is BN53 ZHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 ZHG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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