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CV51 VLN

2001 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2017
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

107,201 mi
Last recorded107,201 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Ford Ranger104,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV51 VLN
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Fail 31 Aug 2017 107,201 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Chassis (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Chassis (6.1.B.2)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Nearside to Offside Cross tube( above rear axle). (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 100,779 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2015 99,269 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 99,267 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 97,348 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Fail 31 Jul 2014 97,348 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 93,968 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 19 Aug 2013 93,968 miles

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

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 87,664 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2012 87,664 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 81,903 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 81,895 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 Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2009 73,380 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2008 63,407 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2008 63,407 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Nov 2007 56,526 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 51,341 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 46,056 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 21 Nov 2005 46,056 miles

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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CV51 VLN is a 2001 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 2001 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 104,096 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 CV51 VLN, 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 25 years old, this Ford Ranger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CV51 VLN registered?

CV51 VLN is a 2001 Ford Ranger, first registered on 2 November 2001.

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