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CP53 WZF

2004 Ford Ranger

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

150,863 mi
Last recorded150,863 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Ranger91,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP53 WZF
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 150,863 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced to rear in both sides inner under sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive final - differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 150,291 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush and deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Oct 2022 148,769 miles

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 19 Oct 2021 139,364 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))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 131,327 miles

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

underbody corroded

Fail 4 Sep 2020 131,151 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

underside corroded

Pass 19 Jun 2017 130,712 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3/4mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 129,827 miles

All brake pipes at wheels corroded

Exhaust emits black smoke

Front to rear brake pipes corroded

Offside Front Slight brake bind

Fail 11 Jul 2016 129,826 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

All brake pipes at wheels corroded

Exhaust emits black smoke

Front to rear brake pipes corroded

Offside Front Slight brake bind

Pass 27 Jun 2015 129,236 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 126,850 miles

noise rear diff area

Pass 16 Jul 2013 125,062 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 125,059 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 119,001 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 119,001 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2011 106,435 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 99,222 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 84,475 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2009 84,475 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed and action impaired (2.4.B.1c)

wiper blades worn

Pass 18 Feb 2008 69,592 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 69,428 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 14 Feb 2007 50,078 miles

bluid near minium front brake pads on limit/nearside front door mirrow glass held in by tape

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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CP53 WZF is a 2004 Ford Ranger in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2004 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 91,064 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 CP53 WZF, 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 22 years old, this Ford Ranger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CP53 WZF registered?

CP53 WZF is a 2004 Ford Ranger, first registered on 11 February 2004.

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