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V278 KEG

1999 Ford Ranger

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

127,013 mi
Last recorded127,013 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2020
Typical for 1999 Ford Ranger108,937 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV278 KEG
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2020 127,013 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019 124,622 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 123,680 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 26 Apr 2018 123,680 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 122,477 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 120,415 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2016 120,415 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 24 Apr 2015 117,494 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 117,494 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 114,927 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2013 112,928 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 110,779 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 106,996 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

o/s/f brake binding slightly

Pass 30 Apr 2010 103,427 miles

Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 97,940 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 97,940 miles

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 23 Apr 2008 88,023 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 88,023 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Steering lock stop deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Steering lock stop deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 80,075 miles

Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 72,414 miles

rear lap belt starting to fray

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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V278 KEG is a 1999 Ford Ranger in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V278 KEG, 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 V278 KEG registered?

V278 KEG is a 1999 Ford Ranger, first registered on 12 November 1999.

Is V278 KEG safe to buy?

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