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FE03 HVM

2003 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

147,508 mi
Last recorded147,508 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE03 HVM
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2023 147,508 miles

Nearside Front Wing corroded

Offside Front Wing corroded

Rear Buck corroded

Pass 19 Dec 2022 141,344 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2022 141,344 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 136,636 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2020 129,927 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2020 123,757 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded Front to rear ()

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

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

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis near spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jan 2019 116,288 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded Front to rear ()

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis near spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2018 106,798 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded both ()

underbody rusty

Fail 5 Jan 2018 106,798 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion bumper (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded both ()

underbody rusty

Pass 3 Feb 2017 101,251 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 91,540 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 91,540 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe leaking x1 front to rear (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Feb 2015 81,843 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 74,632 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2014 74,632 miles

Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Feb 2013 71,383 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2012 69,753 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 68,337 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 66,775 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 65,106 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2009 65,106 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 9 Feb 2008 62,878 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 27 Feb 2007 58,281 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2006 48,179 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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FE03 HVM 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 79.2%.

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 FE03 HVM, 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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FE03 HVM is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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