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MT57 GCU

2007 Ford Ranger

Red Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

89,078 mi
Last recorded89,078 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Ford Ranger94,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT57 GCU
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 89,078 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 88,622 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2024 88,622 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Nov 2023 88,075 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 87,044 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2021 86,512 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 84,912 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2020 84,912 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 83,577 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2018 82,777 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2017 81,474 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2017 80,506 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 79,451 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2015 78,644 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 78,599 miles

Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2014 69,958 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 59,285 miles

Centre Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2012 55,985 miles

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

wiring cut to 7 pin towing socket

Fail 31 Jan 2012 55,985 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

wiring cut to 7 pin towing socket

Pass 21 Dec 2010 44,252 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2010 44,252 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 22 Nov 2010 43,391 miles

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

front cross member damaged

fuel tank damp

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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MT57 GCU is a 2007 Ford Ranger in Red with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2007 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 94,364 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 MT57 GCU, 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 19 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 MT57 GCU registered?

MT57 GCU is a 2007 Ford Ranger, first registered on 20 December 2007.

Is MT57 GCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT57 GCU shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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