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MU51 UPX

2001 Ford Ranger

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

158,930 mi
Last recorded158,930 miles
Recorded on11 May 2016
Typical for 2001 Ford Ranger104,096 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMU51 UPX
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2016 158,930 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2015 157,091 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 151,629 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 146,385 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 146,385 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 138,844 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 124,851 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2009 118,240 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2008 112,915 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring damaged but not permanently distorted (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (anchor) (2.4.B.4)

rear fog lamp damaged

Pass 1 Nov 2007 108,711 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 108,710 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Nov 2006 13,128 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2006 93,128 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

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

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

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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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MU51 UPX is a 2001 Ford Ranger in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 MU51 UPX, 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 MU51 UPX registered?

MU51 UPX is a 2001 Ford Ranger, first registered on 25 September 2001.

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The MOT history for MU51 UPX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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