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FH03 LWM

2003 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

167,038 mi
Last recorded167,038 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH03 LWM
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2017 167,038 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 7 Nov 2016 166,145 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 159,207 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 146,392 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 138,140 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 131,941 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 129,178 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 116,839 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 109,701 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 105,718 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 100,631 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 100,631 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 27 Jul 2006 75,427 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 75,427 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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FH03 LWM is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FH03 LWM, 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 FH03 LWM registered?

FH03 LWM is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 16 July 2003.

Is FH03 LWM safe to buy?

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