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VX04 SGZ

2004 Ford Ranger

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

127,650 mi
Last recorded127,650 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2023
Typical for 2004 Ford Ranger91,064 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX04 SGZ
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2023 127,650 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front inner wing corroded

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Dec 2023 127,627 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Shock mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Front cross member corroded

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 122,936 miles

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

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

corrosion to rear body

drivers seat coushin deteriorated.

Pass 8 Nov 2021 120,150 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front [near to excessive] (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all front upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all front upper inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

drivers seat cushion deteriorated

rear body and wheel arches corroded near to excessive.

Pass 22 Sep 2020 115,782 miles

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

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

Corrosion to rear body

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tow bar component corroded

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Whole (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 109,318 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

tow bar corroded.

whole of chassis corroded but not weakened.

Pass 21 Mar 2018 103,552 miles

Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both rear (2.4.B.2)

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all front (2.4.G.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 95,360 miles

corrosion to rear body.

Pass 31 Mar 2016 86,476 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 30 Mar 2016 86,474 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 77,702 miles

advise corrosion on chassis

Fail 30 Mar 2015 77,702 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

advise corrosion on chassis

Pass 1 Apr 2014 69,301 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 69,301 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 62,162 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 62,162 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 55,355 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 47,863 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 39,521 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 32,510 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 27,452 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 23,164 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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VX04 SGZ is a 2004 Ford Ranger in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 VX04 SGZ, 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.

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VX04 SGZ is a 2004 Ford Ranger, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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