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SP51 VZJ

2001 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

185,647 mi
Last recorded185,647 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2008
Typical for 2001 Ford Ranger104,096 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2008 185,647 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 185,646 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 177,491 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 160,002 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 129,968 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 VZJ is a 2001 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VZJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SP51 VZJ?

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What year was SP51 VZJ registered?

SP51 VZJ is a 2001 Ford Ranger, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is SP51 VZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP51 VZJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SP51 VZJ have outstanding finance?

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