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SN03 GUU

2003 Ford Ranger

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

129,264 mi
Last recorded129,264 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN03 GUU
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 129,264 miles

corrosion throughout vehicle

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis to body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2024 127,723 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 126,830 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential front seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 125,391 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 123,722 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 121,200 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 118,262 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 113,567 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 108,334 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 102,886 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 98,118 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2014 93,862 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 89,397 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Wipers smearing slightly

Pass 21 Jun 2012 85,120 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 81,089 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 76,915 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 71,207 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 71,207 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 56,844 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2008 56,526 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2007 41,851 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 28,680 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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SN03 GUU is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 94,107 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 SN03 GUU, 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 23 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 SN03 GUU registered?

SN03 GUU is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 25 June 2003.

Is SN03 GUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN03 GUU shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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