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WF08 VJJ

2008 Ford Ranger

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

151,150 mi
Last recorded151,150 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ranger90,186 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 151,150 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2026 151,042 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 140,774 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 117,765 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 108,520 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2018 118,518 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 105,499 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 95,055 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 95,055 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 88,770 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 71,341 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 59,467 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 49,306 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 36,257 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 36,247 miles

Nearside Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 23,991 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 VJJ is a 2008 Ford Ranger in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 WF08 VJJ, 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 VJJ registered?

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

Is WF08 VJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF08 VJJ shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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