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PM53 PTM

2012 Ford Ranger

Red Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

42,237 mi
Last recorded42,237 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Ranger79,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPM53 PTM
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 42,237 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2025 42,230 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 36,692 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Dec 2023 29,976 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2023 29,962 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 24,911 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 22,752 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 18,769 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 14,586 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 9,889 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 7,320 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 7,320 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 5,122 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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PM53 PTM is a 2012 Ford Ranger in Red with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2012 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 79,392 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 PM53 PTM, 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 14 years old, this Ford Ranger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PM53 PTM?

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What year was PM53 PTM registered?

PM53 PTM is a 2012 Ford Ranger, first registered on 30 September 2012.

Is PM53 PTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for PM53 PTM 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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