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WJ53 ODE

2003 Ford Ranger

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

104,406 mi
Last recorded104,406 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ53 ODE
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2018 104,406 miles

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

Tailgate sharp edges covered with tape

Fail 29 Aug 2018 104,404 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake inoperative on one side Offside not working (1.4.1 (a))

Tailgate damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2017 91,283 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 91,280 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Jet not working (8.2.3)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2016 82,416 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 74,169 miles

Centre exhaust mounting bracket is deteriorated.

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 74,169 miles

Centre exhaust mounting bracket is deteriorated.

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 72,425 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 69,702 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 60,348 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 50,795 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 44,995 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2009 40,931 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 35,911 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 30,897 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 26,683 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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WJ53 ODE is a 2003 Ford Ranger in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2003 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 94,107 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 WJ53 ODE, 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 23 years old, this Ford Ranger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WJ53 ODE registered?

WJ53 ODE is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 24 September 2003.

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