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EF52 OPU

2003 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

134,987 mi
Last recorded134,987 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF52 OPU
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 134,987 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both offside and nearside (1.1.11 (c))

Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Cross member (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material At load valve (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both offside and nearside (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both offside and nearside chassis legs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Signs of corrosion to all areas and components

Pass 9 Nov 2024 132,284 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material limiter pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material accross rear axel (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2023 128,135 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexy to load sensor valve (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Oct 2022 124,967 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 122,026 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 6 Nov 2021 121,912 miles

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded both main to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 117,965 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 111,616 miles
Fail 4 May 2019 111,556 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))

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

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 May 2018 106,934 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 May 2017 101,778 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 97,169 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 92,958 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 89,104 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2013 85,460 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 81,414 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 77,495 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2011 77,494 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

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

Pass 12 May 2010 74,559 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 74,550 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009 61,435 miles

Exhaust centre box bracket corroded

Pass 29 Jan 2008 42,409 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 37,229 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 27,750 miles

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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EF52 OPU is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 EF52 OPU, 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 EF52 OPU registered?

EF52 OPU is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is EF52 OPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF52 OPU shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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