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BW03 PXK

2003 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

155,451 mi
Last recorded155,451 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW03 PXK
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2025 155,451 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis by compensator (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front radiator cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2025 155,451 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension locking device missing ball joint split pin (5.3.6 (b))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis by compensator (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front radiator cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 137,826 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2024 137,826 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength hole in chassis rail near upper shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting hole in chassis rail inside wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength hole in chassis rail above leaf spring centre mount/axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

rear window wont latch on NS

Pass 1 Nov 2023 125,266 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2023 125,266 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting hole in body next to body mount under passenger footwell (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength hole in chassis cross member above rear leaf spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength hole in chassis cross member above rear leaf spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2022 119,019 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

advise general corrosion

Fail 22 Oct 2022 119,019 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both rear on compensator (1.1.11 (c))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

advise general corrosion

Pass 15 Oct 2021 117,265 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main by comp (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 15 Oct 2021 117,265 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated insecure (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated insecure (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main by comp (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 113,688 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Oct 2020 113,688 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2019 108,828 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive front diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going into load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))

chassis slightly corroded

Pass 3 Oct 2018 102,713 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 95,429 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 88,229 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 79,507 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both front CV boots are deteriorating (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 68,737 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 64,608 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 56,639 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 51,357 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 46,284 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 38,647 miles

REAR TYRES ARE WORN DOWN TO 2.5MM IN CENTRE PART OF TREAD.

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 30,832 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 24,742 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 19,181 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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BW03 PXK is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 BW03 PXK, 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 BW03 PXK registered?

BW03 PXK is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 11 July 2003.

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The MOT history for BW03 PXK shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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