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EA04 FXG

2004 Ford Ranger

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

163,919 mi
Last recorded163,919 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Ranger91,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA04 FXG
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2017 163,919 miles

Body has slight corrosion slight corrosion on various parts of underbody/chassis etc (6.1.B.2)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both front shock absorber front bushes advise changing at earliest convienience (2.7.4)

Side repeater slightly discoloured both side repeaters (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 5 Oct 2017 163,890 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion front bumper at the corners (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure snapped (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner arch (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner arch (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 151,658 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 133,530 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 124,596 miles

Nearside front brake binding slightly

Number plate lights dull/dim

Fail 28 Oct 2014 124,589 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Inner Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (3.4.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside front brake binding slightly

Number plate lights dull/dim

Pass 20 May 2013 120,332 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 May 2012 114,111 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Apr 2012 114,080 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 104,542 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 93,131 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 80,507 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 67,305 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 48,582 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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EA04 FXG is a 2004 Ford Ranger in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 EA04 FXG, 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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EA04 FXG is a 2004 Ford Ranger, first registered on 1 April 2004.

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