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VN04 UCX

2004 Ford Ranger

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

187,955 mi
Last recorded187,955 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2024
Typical for 2004 Ford Ranger91,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN04 UCX
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2024 187,955 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 182,419 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 173,767 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 164,956 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 158,299 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 146,345 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 131,492 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 119,164 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 108,830 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 93,947 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 80,927 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 73,525 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 73,525 miles

Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 69,461 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 29 Mar 2012 69,461 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 63,998 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 63,998 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 31 Mar 2010 57,253 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

slight knock o/s/f no faults found

Pass 31 Mar 2010 57,253 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

slight knock o/s/f no faults found

Pass 31 Mar 2009 49,609 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 42,208 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 33,432 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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VN04 UCX is a 2004 Ford Ranger in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 91,064 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 VN04 UCX, 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 22 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 VN04 UCX registered?

VN04 UCX is a 2004 Ford Ranger, first registered on 23 April 2004.

Is VN04 UCX safe to buy?

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