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EK53 VGN

2003 Ford Ranger

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

185,744 mi
Last recorded185,744 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK53 VGN
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2024 185,744 miles

Rear 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))

all over body corroded

Pass 6 Jan 2023 179,595 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2023 179,596 miles

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

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 164,961 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 156,527 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (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 Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 149,159 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

emissions too clean for test result

Pass 24 Oct 2018 139,933 miles

Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose middle (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 131,530 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 123,034 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 114,099 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 105,611 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 97,846 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 89,397 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 81,028 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 72,931 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 64,159 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 52,085 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 37,158 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 22,151 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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EK53 VGN is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 EK53 VGN, 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 EK53 VGN registered?

EK53 VGN is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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The MOT history for EK53 VGN shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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