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FG03 URV

2003 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

164,401 mi
Last recorded164,401 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG03 URV
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 164,401 miles

Surface corrision to suspension

Pass 3 Feb 2025 161,335 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2025 161,334 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear near front (1.1.11 (c))

Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 159,197 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at front (1.1.11 (c))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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))

Fail 16 Jan 2024 159,174 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at front (1.1.11 (c))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 26 Jan 2023 155,696 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jan 2023 155,696 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 152,166 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2021 147,759 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 147,359 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 146,442 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 144,692 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 145,972 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 143,035 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 140,850 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 138,272 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 131,847 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 128,928 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 122,046 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 111,849 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 111,849 miles

Centre Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 103,103 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 91,406 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 77,747 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 64,339 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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FG03 URV is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 FG03 URV, 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 FG03 URV registered?

FG03 URV is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 26 March 2003.

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