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BN55 VXO

2005 Ford Ranger

Silver Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

91,281 mi
Last recorded91,281 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Ford Ranger89,399 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 VXO
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2023 91,281 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 19 Jul 2023 89,460 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 80,845 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Lower body panel corroded

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

wipers worn

Fail 12 Jul 2022 80,527 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.5.4 (a))

Towbar attachment insecure (6.1.6 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear crossmember corroded

Offside Rear crossmember corroded

Rear exhaust silencer strap detatched

Pass 30 Jun 2021 69,909 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2021 69,909 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 61,509 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 61,505 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))

both rear towbar mounting areas corroded

corrosion front chassis legs

corrosion front crossmember

corrosion rear anchor mountings

light corrosion on underside of vehicle

stone chip offside outer windscreen

Fail 18 Nov 2019 61,501 miles

Nearside Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting mounting bracket (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

both rear towbar mounting areas corroded

corrosion front chassis legs

corrosion front crossmember

corrosion rear anchor mountings

light corrosion on underside of vehicle

stone chip offside outer windscreen

Pass 2 May 2018 61,071 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 61,071 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front crossmember (2.4.A.3)

both Rear Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2017 58,346 miles

Nearside Rear Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

Offside Rear Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 54,400 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 49,413 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 44,733 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 39,431 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 34,808 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 30,611 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 26,635 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 21,177 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 16,670 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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BN55 VXO is a 2005 Ford Ranger in Silver with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2005 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 89,399 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 BN55 VXO, 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 21 years old, this Ford Ranger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN55 VXO?

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What year was BN55 VXO registered?

BN55 VXO is a 2005 Ford Ranger, first registered on 12 October 2005.

Is BN55 VXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN55 VXO shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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