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FE03 YXL

2003 Ford Ranger

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

105,230 mi
Last recorded105,230 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE03 YXL
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 105,230 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 24 Jan 2026 105,227 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 Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis corroded behind bumper (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp goes off when brake pedal pressed and sidelights are switched on (4.3.3 (b))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2025 101,391 miles

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

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

multiple welding repairs covered in underseal

Fail 29 May 2024 101,391 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted Front bumper rotten with sharp edges (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Led bulb fitted no beam pattern (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Led bulb fitted no beam pattern (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting x2 mounts furthest front and under drivers floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Chassis rotten and holed. All rear suspension attaches to chassis, All rear sections of chassis rotten including rear crossmember above fuel tank which also secures tank to vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 May 2023 96,578 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 92,482 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 86,731 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2019 78,087 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2019 78,085 miles

Headlamp aim too low O/S,N/S (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended rear fog light (4.10 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 70,637 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion on them (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush Both sides rubber cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

front wings and bump have some rust scabs on them

Pass 12 Jun 2017 69,253 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 69,253 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 66,854 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn in centre of tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn in centre of tread (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Jun 2016 66,853 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn in centre of tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn in centre of tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 60,150 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 23 May 2014 54,091 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 54,091 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 16 May 2013 49,233 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 45,013 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 45,013 miles

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 12 May 2011 40,606 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 38,020 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 33,674 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 29,134 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 23,499 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 18,342 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 May 2006 18,342 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 YXL is a 2003 Ford Ranger in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 FE03 YXL, 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 YXL is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 28 May 2003.

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