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CP61 VBJ

2011 Ford Ranger

Black Diesel 2953cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

78,570 mi
Last recorded78,570 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Ranger84,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP61 VBJ
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,953cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 7 Oct 2025 78,570 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear of rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any towbar mounting bracket is significantly reduced (6.1.6 (i) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any towbar mounting bracket is significantly reduced (6.1.6 (i) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2024 75,035 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2024 75,031 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength near rear shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength front of rear spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded near load valve (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 70,217 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 64,691 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 56,979 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 51,288 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2020 51,286 miles

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 44,176 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 43,849 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2019 43,849 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2017 38,841 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 32,271 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 27,118 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2014 21,425 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2014 21,425 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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CP61 VBJ is a 2011 Ford Ranger in Black with a 2,953cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2011 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 84,999 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 CP61 VBJ, 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 15 years old, this Ford Ranger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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CP61 VBJ is a 2011 Ford Ranger, first registered on 30 November 2011.

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