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FD53 FEX

2003 Ford Ranger

Yellow Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

109,152 mi
Last recorded109,152 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 FEX
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2021 109,152 miles

chassis rails corroded

cv boots

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

brake pipes corroded

Fail 6 Sep 2021 109,128 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))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust system insecure mount broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

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

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

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Pass 9 Sep 2020 107,117 miles

chassis rails corroded

chassis rails corroded

n/s cv boot perished

o/s door mirror cracked

rear lamps cracked

Fail 9 Sep 2020 107,117 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

chassis rails corroded

chassis rails corroded

n/s cv boot perished

o/s door mirror cracked

rear lamps cracked

Pass 23 Aug 2019 101,920 miles

brake pipes corroded

chassis rails corroded

Pass 5 Sep 2018 92,737 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 84,540 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 84,540 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2016 82,426 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 76,722 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 70,071 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 63,855 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 59,179 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 53,793 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 49,115 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 42,558 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 35,393 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 29,364 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 23,340 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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FD53 FEX is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Yellow with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FD53 FEX, 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 FD53 FEX registered?

FD53 FEX is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is FD53 FEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD53 FEX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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