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V218 GEV

1999 Ford Ranger

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

123,115 mi
Last recorded123,115 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2016
Typical for 1999 Ford Ranger108,937 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV218 GEV
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2016 123,115 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2016 123,115 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2015 116,926 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 108,315 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 102,816 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 102,816 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 97,893 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 92,875 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 87,147 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 83,308 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 79,219 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2008 79,209 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 74,897 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 71,346 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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V218 GEV is a 1999 Ford Ranger in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1999 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 108,937 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 V218 GEV, 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 27 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 V218 GEV registered?

V218 GEV is a 1999 Ford Ranger, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V218 GEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V218 GEV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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