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HG12 VLH

2012 Ford Ranger

Grey Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

133,381 mi
Last recorded133,381 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Ranger79,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG12 VLH
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 133,381 miles

Rear Both sides brake back plates corroding

Pass 29 Nov 2024 124,167 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2024 124,167 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 113,959 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 107,296 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 102,017 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 96,733 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 92,440 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 87,962 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 83,801 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2017 83,791 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 79,811 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 62,880 miles

Offside Front tyre worn smooth on outer edge of tread

Fail 12 Oct 2015 62,880 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front tyre worn smooth on outer edge of tread

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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HG12 VLH is a 2012 Ford Ranger in Grey with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 79,392 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 HG12 VLH, 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 14 years old, this Ford Ranger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HG12 VLH registered?

HG12 VLH is a 2012 Ford Ranger, first registered on 13 July 2012.

Is HG12 VLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG12 VLH shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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