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BP05 VVJ

2005 Ford Ranger

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

184,952 mi
Last recorded184,952 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Ford Ranger89,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP05 VVJ
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2023 184,952 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 170,697 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 160,005 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Steering linkage ball joint has slight play idler arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2019

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 3 corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Fail 30 Aug 2019

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 3 corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2017 113,048 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 113,048 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 106,712 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 96,908 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 93,901 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 84,439 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

ladder needs to repositon inwards

Fail 20 Nov 2012 84,439 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

ladder needs to repositon inwards

Pass 19 Nov 2011 72,554 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 58,621 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 48,775 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 17 Jul 2009 48,775 miles

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

Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 16 Jul 2008 40,172 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2008 40,172 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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BP05 VVJ is a 2005 Ford Ranger in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 BP05 VVJ, 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

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What year was BP05 VVJ registered?

BP05 VVJ is a 2005 Ford Ranger, first registered on 10 August 2005.

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