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SP04 YZH

2004 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

125,982 mi
Last recorded125,982 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2022
Typical for 2004 Ford Ranger91,064 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP04 YZH
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2022 125,982 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2022 125,592 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength top shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear body corroded and holed

rear chassis corroded

Pass 12 Jul 2021 122,725 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

rear body and mountings corroded

Fail 8 Jul 2021 122,725 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting centre (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Steering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

rear body and mountings corroded

Pass 30 Jul 2020 118,189 miles

body not fully secure

Fail 26 Jun 2020 118,182 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play steering idler (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Steering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play pitman arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Body not fully secure (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 110,829 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 110,829 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 106,178 miles

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

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

Surface corrosion under vehicle.

Pass 17 Mar 2017 104,443 miles

Exhaust support brackets in poor condition, but system still supported.

Front bump stops missing.

Offside Front Wheel binding slightly?

excess surface corrosion under vehicle.

Pass 3 Mar 2016 101,803 miles

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

Service rust under vehicle.

Pass 18 Mar 2015 100,236 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 91,002 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 81,697 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 64,868 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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SP04 YZH is a 2004 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2004 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 91,064 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 SP04 YZH, 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 22 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 SP04 YZH registered?

SP04 YZH is a 2004 Ford Ranger, first registered on 26 March 2004.

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