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NJ61 PLF

2011 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

160,724 mi
Last recorded160,724 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Ranger84,999 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ61 PLF
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 160,724 miles

Nearside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 26 Nov 2025 160,700 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2024 157,597 miles

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

Fail 13 Nov 2024 157,541 miles

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

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

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

Fail 7 Nov 2024 157,517 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to brake compensator valve (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2023 151,898 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2023 151,898 miles

Offside Front Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Body component insecure tailgate (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 145,630 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 136,353 miles

offside rear lens damadged

Pass 5 Nov 2020 128,049 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 128,049 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 118,426 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2019 118,425 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Nov 2018 112,333 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 107,346 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 86,943 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 86,943 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 54,742 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 54,742 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

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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NJ61 PLF is a 2011 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 2011 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 84,999 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NJ61 PLF, 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 15 years old, this Ford Ranger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NJ61 PLF registered?

NJ61 PLF is a 2011 Ford Ranger, first registered on 23 September 2011.

Is NJ61 PLF safe to buy?

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