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WG08 TVF

2008 Ford Ranger

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

125,246 mi
Last recorded125,246 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ranger90,186 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG08 TVF
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 125,246 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 120,625 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/75r15 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/75r15 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Sep 2024 120,625 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/75r15 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/75r15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 107,318 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2023 107,318 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2022 98,418 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2021 94,793 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 91,075 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 85,804 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2018 79,025 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 79,014 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 73,592 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2017 73,583 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2016 67,960 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Fail 29 Jul 2016 67,960 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 62,721 miles

Nearside rear tyre worn

Offside front tyre worn

Pass 1 Aug 2014 57,562 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 51,990 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2013 51,965 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Offside wiper blade deteriorated

Pass 6 Aug 2012 45,036 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 36,572 miles

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

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

n/s/r tyre worn on outer edge

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 TVF is a 2008 Ford Ranger in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 TVF, 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 TVF registered?

WG08 TVF is a 2008 Ford Ranger, first registered on 8 August 2008.

Is WG08 TVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG08 TVF shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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