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RW03 LAB

2011 Ford Ranger

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

172,667 mi
Last recorded172,667 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Ranger84,999 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRW03 LAB
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2011
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 172,667 miles

Front brake application uneven

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 165,046 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 154,410 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills and body mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

offside front side impact bar mount corroded

Fail 9 Jul 2024 154,228 miles

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

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills and body mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

offside front side impact bar mount corroded

Pass 4 Jul 2023 147,135 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2023 147,135 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x3 (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2022 141,450 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2022 141,450 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 135,680 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 126,233 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 115,608 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 101,357 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 89,710 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 77,364 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 62,898 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 46,119 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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RW03 LAB is a 2011 Ford Ranger in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 RW03 LAB, 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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RW03 LAB is a 2011 Ford Ranger, first registered on 29 July 2011.

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