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SX03 BFM

2003 Ford Ranger

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,527 mi
Last recorded86,527 miles
Recorded on29 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSX03 BFM
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2014 86,527 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 30 May 2013 76,097 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 65,049 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 64,850 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2011 54,415 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 54,415 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2009 47,253 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 35,248 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 35,248 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 28,640 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 22,231 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2006 22,212 miles

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

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

rear prop shaft rear u/j 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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SX03 BFM is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SX03 BFM, 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.

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What year was SX03 BFM registered?

SX03 BFM is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 26 May 2003.

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