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EF03 VJZ

2003 Ford Ranger

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

114,293 mi
Last recorded114,293 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF03 VJZ
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2017 114,293 miles

Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (shackle) Both rear spring slight play in bushes (2.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Tyre has slight uneven wear across face

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 110,217 miles

Offside Rear Tyre small cut to side wall

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 12 Oct 2016 110,216 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Alternator belts missing

Offside Rear Tyre small cut to side wall

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 105,768 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 102,092 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 102,092 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

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

Fail 30 Sep 2013 97,708 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 97,708 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 93,791 miles

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

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

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

Fail 22 Sep 2011 88,708 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2011 88,708 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 83,432 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 73,429 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 64,561 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 54,084 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 40,827 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 40,826 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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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EF03 VJZ is a 2003 Ford Ranger in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2003 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 94,107 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 EF03 VJZ, 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 23 years old, this Ford Ranger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EF03 VJZ registered?

EF03 VJZ is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 28 May 2003.

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