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WF08 VGU

2008 Ford Ranger

Black Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

151,294 mi
Last recorded151,294 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ranger90,186 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 VGU
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2023 151,294 miles

Central Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively slight play in fixings. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.71mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Slight play in nearside drop arm

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

Pass 5 Jul 2022 140,525 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Slight play nearside intermediate drop arm ball joint.

Fail 4 Jul 2022 140,516 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Slight play nearside intermediate drop arm ball joint.

Pass 6 Jul 2021 131,320 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes at load sensing valve. (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 5 Jul 2021 131,313 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes at load sensing valve. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 122,973 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Jul 2019 116,411 miles

Slight play in rear propshaft, rear uj.

Pass 13 Mar 2018 105,390 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2017 96,535 miles

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 85,318 miles

centre brake light not working tow bar fitted

Pass 3 Feb 2015 67,530 miles

Off side rear number plate lamp dim. Clean lamp.

Pass 5 Feb 2014 54,731 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 43,295 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

power steering belt needs adjustment.

windscreen washers need adjusting only just on screen.

Pass 26 Feb 2013 43,295 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

power steering belt needs adjustment.

windscreen washers need adjusting only just on screen.

Pass 9 Feb 2012 30,986 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 25,022 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 VGU is a 2008 Ford Ranger in Black with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 WF08 VGU, 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 WF08 VGU registered?

WF08 VGU is a 2008 Ford Ranger, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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