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FG51 GVY

2001 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

158,778 mi
Last recorded158,778 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2015
Typical for 2001 Ford Ranger104,096 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG51 GVY
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2015 158,778 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 149,169 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 19 Feb 2014 149,154 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 145,597 miles

BOTH REAR LEAF SPRING REAR SHACKLE BUSHES DETERIATING

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 142,034 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear exhaust bolt broke

Fail 16 Feb 2012 142,034 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside 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 Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear exhaust bolt broke

Pass 21 Feb 2011 137,992 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

petrol metal pipes slightly corroded

Fail 16 Feb 2011 137,987 miles

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

petrol metal pipes slightly corroded

Pass 23 Sep 2009 132,785 miles

BRAKE PIPES AROUND LOAD SENSING VALVE SHOWING SIGNS OF COPRROSION

Pass 25 Sep 2008 128,663 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 124,833 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2006 120,029 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2005 114,976 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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FG51 GVY is a 2001 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2001 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 104,096 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 FG51 GVY, 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 25 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 FG51 GVY registered?

FG51 GVY is a 2001 Ford Ranger, first registered on 29 October 2001.

Is FG51 GVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG51 GVY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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