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SN53 GFZ

2003 Ford Ranger

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

132,801 mi
Last recorded132,801 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN53 GFZ
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2021 132,801 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Nov 2021 132,681 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 124,786 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2020 124,776 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis rail (within 30cm of brake load valve) (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 15 Oct 2020 124,673 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2019 112,424 miles

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

osf & nsf body mounts slightly corroded

Pass 13 Aug 2018 104,381 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 104,381 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2017 94,511 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 94,506 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort n/s 100kg - o/s 360kg (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016 82,807 miles

Front brake pads wearing low.

Front to rear brake pipes starting to corrode.

Pass 7 Aug 2015 81,489 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 81,172 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 80,743 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 79,658 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 79,095 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 78,216 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 76,787 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 66,794 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 54,239 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 41,963 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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SN53 GFZ is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 SN53 GFZ, 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 SN53 GFZ registered?

SN53 GFZ is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 17 September 2003.

Is SN53 GFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN53 GFZ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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