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BT55 VPW

2005 Ford Ranger

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

137,570 mi
Last recorded137,570 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Ranger89,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 VPW
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2017 137,570 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 137,561 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2015 128,088 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 126,418 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 123,618 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 123,618 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Fail 21 Jun 2012 111,438 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Offside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

damp around o/s/f diff pinion seal

damp around rear diff pinion seal

exhaust deteriating

n/s/r lamp unit cracked

Pass 21 Jun 2012 111,438 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

damp around o/s/f diff pinion seal

damp around rear diff pinion seal

exhaust deteriating

n/s/r lamp unit cracked

Pass 8 Dec 2010 81,456 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2009 53,931 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2009 52,627 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 38,477 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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BT55 VPW 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 66.7%.

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 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 BT55 VPW, 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 BT55 VPW registered?

BT55 VPW is a 2005 Ford Ranger, first registered on 5 December 2005.

Is BT55 VPW safe to buy?

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