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EF53 GYZ

2003 Ford Ranger

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

174,258 mi
Last recorded174,258 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF53 GYZ
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2017 174,258 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2017 174,257 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber detached broken at lower mount (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded at load sensing valve (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 169,033 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2016 169,033 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 158,446 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 145,685 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2014 145,685 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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

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

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

Fail 19 Nov 2013 128,408 miles

Exhaust clamp broken

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2013 128,408 miles

Exhaust clamp broken

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 95,618 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 73,621 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 70,041 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 70,041 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 64,106 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 59,543 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 45,054 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2006 45,054 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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EF53 GYZ 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 64.7%.

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 EF53 GYZ, 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.

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What year was EF53 GYZ registered?

EF53 GYZ is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 1 December 2003.

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