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DN53 EZC

2004 Ford Ranger

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2022
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

153,898 mi
Last recorded153,898 miles
Recorded on26 May 2021
Typical for 2004 Ford Ranger91,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN53 EZC
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 May 2021 153,898 miles
Fail 24 May 2021 153,898 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 147,714 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 5 Jun 2020 147,711 miles

Offside Front Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2019 142,001 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2019 142,001 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 137,724 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2018 137,717 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 133,505 miles

Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.5.C.1a)

slight corrosion under vehicle

Pass 20 Jun 2016 129,584 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 129,384 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 125,277 miles

slight play in rear propshaft u/j joint (nearest to diff )

Fail 11 Jun 2014 119,589 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

corroded exaust mountin.

Pass 11 Jun 2014 119,589 miles

corroded exaust mountin.

Pass 1 Jun 2013 113,058 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 108,617 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 104,383 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 99,926 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 96,087 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 93,598 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 93,598 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 May 2007 81,185 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 76,149 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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DN53 EZC is a 2004 Ford Ranger in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 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 DN53 EZC, 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 DN53 EZC registered?

DN53 EZC is a 2004 Ford Ranger, first registered on 22 January 2004.

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