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FJ52 YHE

2002 Ford Ranger

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2023
Tests31 (17 pass, 14 fail)
Pass rate54.8%

Mileage

181,739 mi
Last recorded181,739 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2023
Typical for 2002 Ford Ranger100,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ52 YHE
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 14 fail
Fail 11 Dec 2023 181,739 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both sides at brake cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 175,160 miles

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

front crossmember corroded

Pass 6 Dec 2021 168,945 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Dec 2020 165,808 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2020 165,796 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded at flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens broken (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 161,061 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides on rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

front and rear tyres different sizes

Fail 21 Nov 2019 161,049 miles

Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength chassis at front of spring mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides on rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

front and rear tyres different sizes

Pass 1 Nov 2018 153,534 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2018 153,511 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded at flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner mountings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides on rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 146,492 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 146,463 miles

Headlamp aim too low both sides (1.8)

Headlamp insecure both sides (1.7.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 142,398 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 142,376 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour both sides (1.7.5b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 132,124 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2015 132,113 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2014 120,033 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 120,026 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 109,879 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 109,867 miles

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 96,646 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 14 Sep 2012 96,646 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 83,932 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 83,910 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 73,333 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 73,325 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 63,530 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 51,423 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 51,185 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 38,591 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 38,591 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 26,418 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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FJ52 YHE is a 2002 Ford Ranger in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.8%.

Across all 2002 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 100,584 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 FJ52 YHE, 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 24 years old, this Ford Ranger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FJ52 YHE is a 2002 Ford Ranger, first registered on 19 September 2002.

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