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GJ51 KXB

2001 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

75,490 mi
Last recorded75,490 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Ford Ranger104,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ51 KXB
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 75,490 miles

Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Body tub corroded

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 64,008 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Nov 2024 68,004 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested due to corroded brake pipes (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded along side of fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 63,311 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear , Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Body Tub Corroded

Pass 7 Nov 2022 60,510 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 57,957 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Fail 13 Oct 2021 57,964 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 3 Oct 2020 55,851 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 53,290 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2019 53,290 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 49,111 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 44,604 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 40,856 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 38,534 miles

all tyres have deep cracks

offside front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 27 Aug 2014 36,281 miles

rear tyres deeply cracked

Fail 27 Aug 2014 36,281 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

rear tyre deeply cracked

Pass 21 Aug 2013 33,894 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

all tyres slightly cracking

Pass 12 Sep 2012 32,592 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

all tyre`s cracking

Pass 7 Sep 2011 29,905 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 26,821 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 24,962 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 22,282 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2008 22,217 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 18,693 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 15,915 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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GJ51 KXB is a 2001 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GJ51 KXB, 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 GJ51 KXB registered?

GJ51 KXB is a 2001 Ford Ranger, first registered on 10 September 2001.

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