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CX04 UWA

2004 Ford Ranger

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

177,925 mi
Last recorded177,925 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Ford Ranger91,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX04 UWA
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 177,925 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under vehicle covered in grease / other materials

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jan 2026 177,925 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under vehicle covered in grease / other materials

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 176,555 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under vehicle covered in grease / other materials (1.1.11 (c))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear both rear Leaf spring corroded

Pass 2 Feb 2024 175,568 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under vehicle covered in grease/other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

n.s.r and o.s.r suspension leaf springs corroded

Fail 27 Jan 2024 175,564 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 Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside 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 Steering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings boll joint play (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

n.s.r and o.s.r suspension leaf springs corroded

underneath the vehicle corrosion in all places.

Pass 20 Jan 2023 174,589 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2023 174,584 miles

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2022 174,464 miles

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 173,848 miles

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 170,855 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

body panel rust

under body rust but not affecting steering or braking

Pass 6 Oct 2018 167,768 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 163,096 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 156,998 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 151,335 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 141,231 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 128,272 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 128,252 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 103,188 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 99,490 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 87,863 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 87,863 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 73,336 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 60,239 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 44,340 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 44,340 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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CX04 UWA is a 2004 Ford Ranger in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 CX04 UWA, 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.

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What year was CX04 UWA registered?

CX04 UWA is a 2004 Ford Ranger, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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