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HG51 UTW

2001 Ford Ranger

Red Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2023
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

193,439 mi
Last recorded193,439 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2022
Typical for 2001 Ford Ranger104,096 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG51 UTW
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2022 193,439 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 190,545 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from load valve to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general surface corrosion on the chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2021 190,460 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit limit 0.69 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from load valve to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general surface corrosion on the chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 187,115 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

NSF and OSF floorpans corroding

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 212n/s 298o/s 29% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 183,106 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Oct 2019 183,024 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate limit = 0.69 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 179,725 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 175,158 miles

Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement nearside rear and offside rear (2.4.B.2)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside chassis (2.4.A.3)

Fail 30 Oct 2017 175,043 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipes along offside chassis next to fuel tank (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe leaking brake pipe along offside chassis next to fuel tank (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement nearside rear and offside rear (2.4.B.2)

Nearside front and offside floor pan corroding

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside chassis (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 171,099 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Offside, front to rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Corrosion to NSF and OSF floorpans, not excessive

Corrosion to rear crossmember, not excessive

Pass 14 Nov 2015 166,687 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2015 166,653 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low adjuster is broken unable to adjust (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low adjuster broken unable to adjust (1.8)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 164,226 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 10 Oct 2014 164,224 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 144,605 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 132,315 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 124,138 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 123,925 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2010 114,894 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2010 114,893 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 105,866 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 105,847 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 92,699 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 77,463 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 61,779 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 46,879 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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HG51 UTW is a 2001 Ford Ranger in Red with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 HG51 UTW, 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 HG51 UTW registered?

HG51 UTW is a 2001 Ford Ranger, first registered on 23 October 2001.

Is HG51 UTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG51 UTW shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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