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BP03 VHD

2003 Ford Ranger

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

168,849 mi
Last recorded168,849 miles
Recorded on25 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP03 VHD
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 May 2018 168,849 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 163,599 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to back (3.6.B.2c)

both front brakes have slight bind !

centre exhaust mount corroded !

underside of vehicle corroded !

Pass 22 Feb 2016 161,568 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 154,706 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 148,879 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 148,879 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 141,862 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 141,862 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 135,309 miles

fuel pipes rusting

offside front brake discs pitted

Fail 9 Jul 2011 135,309 miles

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

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

fuel pipes rusting

offside front brake discs pitted

Pass 8 Jun 2010 128,798 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 121,673 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 113,217 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2007 103,168 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 103,168 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 24 Apr 2007 102,722 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 84,323 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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BP03 VHD is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 BP03 VHD, 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 BP03 VHD registered?

BP03 VHD is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 24 July 2003.

Is BP03 VHD safe to buy?

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