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GU51 UYL

2001 Ford Ranger

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

178,564 mi
Last recorded178,564 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 Ford Ranger104,096 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 UYL
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2016 178,564 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 174,703 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/75/14C on 2mm tread depth (4.1.E.1)

Offside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 28 Aug 2014 169,431 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

both front tyres unevenly worn on inner edges advise alignment check

Pass 28 Aug 2014 169,431 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

both front tyres unevenly worn on inner edges advise alignment check

Fail 3 Sep 2013 164,477 miles

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

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

both front tyres unevenly worn on inner edges advise alignment check

Pass 3 Sep 2013 164,477 miles

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

both front tyres unevenly worn on inner edges advise alignment check

Pass 13 Aug 2012 159,490 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 153,057 miles

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

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 18 Aug 2010 145,568 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2010 145,563 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2009 138,165 miles

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

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

slight binding from nsf brake

Fail 17 Aug 2009 138,165 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

slight binding from nsf brake

Pass 16 Aug 2008 130,814 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

front number plate started to deteriorate

Pass 16 Aug 2007 123,480 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 114,542 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 114,542 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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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GU51 UYL is a 2001 Ford Ranger in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 GU51 UYL, 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.

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What year was GU51 UYL registered?

GU51 UYL is a 2001 Ford Ranger, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is GU51 UYL safe to buy?

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