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WF08 KTG

2008 Ford Ranger

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2023
Tests22 (12 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

160,257 mi
Last recorded160,257 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ranger90,186 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 KTG
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 10 fail
Fail 21 Mar 2023 160,257 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested rear axle insecure and rear hose dangerous (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended not releasing under tension (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play joint in idler arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced spring anchor mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended not releasing under tension (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended not releasing under tension (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended not releasing under tension (7.1.2 (c))

Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced tow bar mounting area both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering wheel rim loose (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure has a fractured which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering spring anchor mount broken away from chassis (6.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear shocks (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 155,469 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2022 155,469 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2021 150,389 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Feb 2021 150,389 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 145,092 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 145,092 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Central Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Mar 2019 137,581 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 137,562 miles

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear above tank (1.1.11 (c))

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

Prop shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 128,411 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2018 128,040 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 119,596 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2017 119,596 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Central Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Pass 23 Feb 2016 109,497 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at the hub (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 23 Feb 2016 109,463 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded All the pipes at the limiting valve (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at the hub (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 97,473 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

various chips in windscreen

Fail 18 Mar 2015 97,451 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

various chips in windscreen

Fail 18 Mar 2014 83,208 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Prop-shaft has slight movement in centre joint

Pass 18 Mar 2014 83,208 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Prop-shaft has slight movement in centre joint

Pass 27 Mar 2013 70,383 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front tyres are worn on the outer edges

Pass 28 Mar 2012 58,383 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 37,250 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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WF08 KTG is a 2008 Ford Ranger in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WF08 KTG, 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.

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WF08 KTG is a 2008 Ford Ranger, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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