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VU58 YKC

2008 Ford Ranger

Red Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,797 mi
Last recorded63,797 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ranger90,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU58 YKC
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 63,797 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 61,522 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2024 61,519 miles

Rear Brake load sensing valve inoperative but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 60,991 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2023 60,991 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 60,064 miles

Offside Front Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 59,306 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 56,356 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 55,087 miles

Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 51,733 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 50,308 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 48,731 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 44,457 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Fail 27 Jan 2016 44,457 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2014 37,575 miles

both rear tyres wearing low on outer edges

Pass 11 Dec 2013 31,601 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 24,624 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 24,624 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 18,963 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2011 18,963 miles

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

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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VU58 YKC is a 2008 Ford Ranger in Red with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 90,186 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 VU58 YKC, 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 18 years old, this Ford Ranger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU58 YKC registered?

VU58 YKC is a 2008 Ford Ranger, first registered on 17 October 2008.

Is VU58 YKC safe to buy?

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