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BT54 VBU

2005 Ford Ranger

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

180,074 mi
Last recorded180,074 miles
Recorded on8 May 2014
Typical for 2005 Ford Ranger89,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT54 VBU
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 May 2014 180,074 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 180,074 miles

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 167,598 miles

Rear fog lamp has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.3.2d)

under bonnet wiring exposed (dangerous)

Fail 21 Feb 2013 167,598 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

under bonnet wiring exposed (dangerous)

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

Rear fog lamp has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.3.2d)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 128,591 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 128,591 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 128,591 miles

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

Fail 30 Jan 2010 96,670 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2010 96,670 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 83,545 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 77,645 miles

Both front tyres wearing slightly on edges

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Offside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Rear hanger of centre exhaust box section has heavily deteriorated, but does not effect security of exhaust system

Slight corrosion on both rear leaf springs

Pass 14 Jan 2008 58,895 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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BT54 VBU is a 2005 Ford Ranger in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 BT54 VBU, 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.

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BT54 VBU is a 2005 Ford Ranger, first registered on 18 January 2005.

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