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GV51 DXC

2001 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2019
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

272,976 mi
Last recorded272,976 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2020
Typical for 2001 Ford Ranger104,096 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 DXC
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Fail 6 Mar 2020 272,976 miles

Central Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced out rigger near body mounting (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced chassis has a hole at spring hanger (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced out rigger with in 12 inches of body mounting (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced with in 12 inches of body mounting (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded at load sensing valve (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Fuel hose corroded fuel pipes corroded (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective bracket holding rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

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

vehicle is corroded all over and towing bracket is very laminated and weakened

Pass 31 Oct 2018 277,305 miles

general rust to under side

Pass 27 Oct 2017 267,609 miles

underside very rusty

Fail 26 Oct 2017 267,607 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

underside very rusty

Pass 2 Nov 2016 261,217 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 261,217 miles

Nearside Front Inner 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 Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 254,961 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 248,429 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Oct 2014 248,423 miles

Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2013 240,144 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2013 240,144 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2012 228,604 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 228,604 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 218,950 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2011 218,950 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2010 203,185 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 183,108 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2008 162,242 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2007 137,825 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Nov 2006 113,382 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 113,382 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1) DANGEROUS

Fail 20 Oct 2005 88,538 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Pass 20 Oct 2005 88,538 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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GV51 DXC is a 2001 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 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 GV51 DXC, 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 GV51 DXC registered?

GV51 DXC is a 2001 Ford Ranger, first registered on 31 October 2001.

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