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SW03 XLY

2003 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

115,853 mi
Last recorded115,853 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW03 XLY
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2013 115,853 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2013 115,853 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Prop-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing

Pass 19 Sep 2012 105,628 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 105,628 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 92,333 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 92,333 miles

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2010 78,740 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 78,740 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Sep 2009 66,783 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 55,284 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 45,005 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 34,722 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 32,491 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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SW03 XLY is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SW03 XLY, 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

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What year was SW03 XLY registered?

SW03 XLY is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is SW03 XLY safe to buy?

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