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ST61 VTV

2012 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

53,018 mi
Last recorded53,018 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Ranger79,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST61 VTV
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 53,018 miles

Central Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body surface corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 48,013 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 44,357 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff at rear axle (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes coated (1.1.11 (c))

slight play at steering linkage ball joints

underside of vehicle coated with underseal

Fail 3 Jan 2024 44,327 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring eye mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring eye mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded at load sensor (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake load sensing valve stiff at rear axle (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes coated (1.1.11 (c))

slight play at steering linkage ball joints

underside of vehicle coated with underseal

Pass 16 Dec 2022 39,765 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2022 39,763 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 35,774 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 32,653 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 30,368 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 26,945 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 23,668 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 20,459 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 17,195 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 12,329 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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ST61 VTV is a 2012 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 79,392 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 ST61 VTV, 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 14 years old, this Ford Ranger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ST61 VTV registered?

ST61 VTV is a 2012 Ford Ranger, first registered on 5 January 2012.

Is ST61 VTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST61 VTV shows 14 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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