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WG08 AFX

2008 Ford Ranger

Silver Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2025
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

136,051 mi
Last recorded136,051 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ranger90,186 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG08 AFX
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2024 136,051 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 23 Jan 2024 136,051 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2023 124,594 miles

Areas of vehicle chassis have surface corrosion.

Areas of vehicle underside have surface corrosion.

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

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

Fail 23 Jan 2023 124,592 miles

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

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

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

Areas of vehicle chassis have surface corrosion.

Areas of vehicle underside have surface corrosion.

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2022 116,763 miles

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

Nearside Rear light lens unit damaged

Fail 24 Feb 2022 116,763 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear light lens unit damaged

Pass 26 Feb 2021 106,259 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2020 92,461 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 92,380 miles

Rear Leaf spring main leaf fractured (5.3.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Feb 2019 76,392 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 76,392 miles

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

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))

Trailer electrical socket likely to become detached (4.10 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 58,821 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 27 Feb 2018 58,821 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Jul 2017 54,486 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 12 Jul 2016 44,255 miles

corrosion rear brake pipes at compensator

front tyres worn o outer edge

Pass 19 May 2015 32,522 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 32,476 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 30,166 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 25,403 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 20,813 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 20,813 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 15,575 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 15,575 miles

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

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

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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WG08 AFX is a 2008 Ford Ranger in Silver with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 WG08 AFX, 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 WG08 AFX registered?

WG08 AFX is a 2008 Ford Ranger, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is WG08 AFX safe to buy?

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