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SP53 ZRN

2003 Ford Ranger

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

148,424 mi
Last recorded148,424 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2011
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 ZRN
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2011 148,424 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 147,245 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 145,125 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 139,495 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 136,848 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 117,871 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2006 117,871 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Battery insecure

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front tyres wearing unevenly, suggest wheel alignment check is carried out

n/s/f,wheel arch extension insecure and broken

wiper blades worn

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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SP53 ZRN is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SP53 ZRN, 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

How do I check the history of SP53 ZRN?

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What year was SP53 ZRN registered?

SP53 ZRN is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is SP53 ZRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP53 ZRN shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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