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SP51 VKK

2001 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

159,098 mi
Last recorded159,098 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 Ford Ranger104,096 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP51 VKK
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2016 159,098 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 159,098 miles

brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 152,012 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 114,956 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 144,880 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Sep 2013 137,188 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 128,258 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 119,261 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 110,593 miles

Nearside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 103,428 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 95,558 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 87,366 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 79,789 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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SP51 VKK is a 2001 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SP51 VKK, 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.

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What year was SP51 VKK registered?

SP51 VKK is a 2001 Ford Ranger, first registered on 5 September 2001.

Is SP51 VKK safe to buy?

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