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FP51 VRO

2001 Ford Ranger

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

99,526 mi
Last recorded99,526 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Ford Ranger104,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 VRO
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 99,526 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 28 May 2026 99,524 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Nearside + Offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 23 May 2024 99,499 miles
Fail 22 May 2024 99,499 miles

Central Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rea r pipe leaking (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Mar 2022 98,771 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 98,281 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 97,319 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 96,885 miles
Fail 25 May 2018 96,883 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2017 96,055 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 95,526 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 95,526 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 27 May 2015 94,859 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2014 93,910 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 May 2014 93,910 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 92,222 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 90,963 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 88,916 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 86,102 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 81,689 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 76,115 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2006 76,115 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Pass 6 Dec 2005 64,793 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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FP51 VRO is a 2001 Ford Ranger in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 FP51 VRO, 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 FP51 VRO registered?

FP51 VRO is a 2001 Ford Ranger, first registered on 28 November 2001.

Is FP51 VRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP51 VRO shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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