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GV51 EBJ

2001 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

99,168 mi
Last recorded99,168 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Ford Ranger104,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 99,168 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 96,740 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 94,178 miles

rear shackle bushes are deteriorating

Pass 7 Oct 2022 91,873 miles

slight rear brake fluctuating (both sides)

Pass 1 Oct 2021 88,844 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 85,944 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front body mounting has slight corrosion

Pass 8 Oct 2019 83,080 miles

Front cv boots perished

Offside Front body mount corroded

Rear shock absorber covers corroded

brake load valve has restricted movement

play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 16 Oct 2018 80,235 miles

All cv boot's perished

Slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 23 Oct 2017 76,129 miles

All cv boots heavily perished

Slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 24 Oct 2016 71,684 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 24 Oct 2016 71,684 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 68,751 miles

REAR BRAKE LINES CORRODING

Pass 16 Oct 2014 63,899 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 57,805 miles

REAR TYRES ARE NEARING LIMITS

Pass 11 Oct 2012 52,503 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN O/S/F WHEEL BEARING

Pass 11 Oct 2011 46,040 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 39,639 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

slight corrosion to underside

Pass 13 Oct 2009 34,713 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 29,661 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 25,738 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 21,584 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 17,964 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 EBJ is a 2001 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 GV51 EBJ, 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 GV51 EBJ registered?

GV51 EBJ is a 2001 Ford Ranger, first registered on 24 October 2001.

Is GV51 EBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV51 EBJ shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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