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RV51 RXA

2001 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2023
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

95,873 mi
Last recorded95,873 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2023
Typical for 2001 Ford Ranger104,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV51 RXA
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 Sep 2023 95,873 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached mounting broken off lower suspension arm (5.3.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced also holds fuel tank (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower radiator mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear truck cab on inner wheel arch corroded

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering idler (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material behind fuel tank corroding (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2022 90,926 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both flexi hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor well in wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering idler (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2022 90,926 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both flexi hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor well in wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering idler (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 89,106 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering idler (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 87,894 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 87,589 miles

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering idler (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 86,252 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 84,315 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 81,756 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 77,509 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 74,016 miles

Both rear shock absorber outer dust covers condition deteriorating

Join on centre exhaust box to tail pipe condition deteriorating

Pass 21 Aug 2013 70,206 miles

Join on center to pipe to back box corroded

Fail 21 Aug 2013 70,206 miles

Join on center to pipe to back box corroded

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Fail 4 Sep 2012 67,983 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 67,983 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 64,463 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 62,585 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 57,705 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 52,265 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 46,462 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 39,047 miles

sligt binding on n/s/f brake

Pass 10 Aug 2005 30,212 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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RV51 RXA is a 2001 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RV51 RXA, 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 RV51 RXA registered?

RV51 RXA is a 2001 Ford Ranger, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is RV51 RXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV51 RXA shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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