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BV53 UTC

2003 Ford Ranger

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

111,961 mi
Last recorded111,961 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 UTC
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2014 111,961 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 111,960 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Electrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed (1.9.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Rear bumper damaged

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

Pass 31 Jul 2013 108,201 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 108,201 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 101,791 miles

clutch pedal anti slip missing

Fail 14 Aug 2012 101,791 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

clutch pedal anti slip missing

Fail 3 Aug 2011 93,282 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 93,282 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 83,523 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2010 83,181 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 74,606 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 66,908 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 55,153 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 44,447 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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BV53 UTC is a 2003 Ford Ranger in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 BV53 UTC, 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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BV53 UTC is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 23 September 2003.

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