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V263 RBW

1999 Ford Ranger

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

92,416 mi
Last recorded92,416 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Ford Ranger108,937 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV263 RBW
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 92,416 miles

vehicle presented with chassis coated in underseal

Fail 24 Oct 2025 92,414 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded at lsv (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

vehicle presented with chassis coated in underseal

Pass 26 Nov 2024 87,769 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside link bushings are deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside pipes to flexi hoses are slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush rear bush in leaf spring is deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

vehicle presented with a protective coating of underseal, covering chassis, underbody and all brake pipes that run from front to rear

Pass 8 Nov 2023 84,374 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2023 84,371 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 81,763 miles

Front offside and nearside rear of wheel well to floor by body mounts is corroded

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced end of chassis to inner wing visible from under bonnet, is corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 28 Jun 2022 81,763 miles

Front offside and nearside rear of wheel well to floor by body mounts is corroded

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced end of chassis to inner wing visible from under bonnet, is corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2021 75,671 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2021 75,610 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 74,808 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from load sensing valve x3 (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 73,935 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 3 from load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 72,868 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2018 72,868 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 71,391 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Aug 2017 71,391 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 68,716 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 64,292 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 59,745 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 58,993 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 55,834 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 55,834 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 54,493 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 53,662 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 52,724 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 24 Aug 2009 52,724 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 16 Aug 2008 51,322 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 16 Aug 2008 51,322 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 43,338 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Aug 2006 41,649 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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V263 RBW is a 1999 Ford Ranger in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

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 V263 RBW, 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.

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What year was V263 RBW registered?

V263 RBW is a 1999 Ford Ranger, first registered on 1 September 1999.

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The MOT history for V263 RBW shows 29 tests with a 69% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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