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FK53 UAN

2012 Ford Ranger

Silver Diesel 2200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

198,223 mi
Last recorded198,223 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Ranger79,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFK53 UAN
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 198,223 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2025 189,259 miles

Central Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 177,308 miles

Central Prop shaft fixing nut loose

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

Fail 21 Feb 2024 177,306 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Prop shaft fixing nut loose

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

Pass 3 Mar 2023 161,858 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Central Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

fuel flap missing

rear bumper bar corroded

Fail 10 Feb 2023 161,128 miles

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

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear bumper and bumper supports corroded

fuel filler cap missing

Pass 15 Feb 2022 146,996 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Fail 14 Feb 2022 146,949 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 20 Feb 2021 134,826 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 112,254 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on inner shoulder *strong advise* (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 99,631 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 99,631 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2017 98,959 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Dec 2017 98,955 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 80,030 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 65,173 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 47,845 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

front tyres worn on shoulders

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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FK53 UAN is a 2012 Ford Ranger in Silver with a 2,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2012 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 79,392 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 FK53 UAN, 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 14 years old, this Ford Ranger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FK53 UAN registered?

FK53 UAN is a 2012 Ford Ranger, first registered on 13 March 2012.

Is FK53 UAN safe to buy?

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