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LSJ 217

1997 Ford Ranger

White Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,163 mi
Last recorded71,163 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2008
Typical for 1997 Ford Ranger112,254 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLSJ 217
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 11 Oct 2008 71,163 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 69,475 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 57,412 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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LSJ 217 is a 1997 Ford Ranger in White with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 112,254 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 LSJ 217, 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 29 years old, this Ford Ranger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LSJ 217?

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What year was LSJ 217 registered?

LSJ 217 is a 1997 Ford Ranger, first registered on 18 December 1997.

Is LSJ 217 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LSJ 217 shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LSJ 217 have outstanding finance?

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