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WL03 HCK

2003 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

154,362 mi
Last recorded154,362 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL03 HCK
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2020 154,362 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 150,604 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 142,304 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)

Fail 24 Oct 2017 142,304 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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 18 Oct 2016 130,495 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Oct 2015 117,155 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 105,955 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 92,970 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 92,970 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 80,964 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2011 71,953 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 62,326 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 51,896 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 43,730 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 35,846 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2007 35,846 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Oct 2006 29,570 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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WL03 HCK is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 WL03 HCK, 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 WL03 HCK registered?

WL03 HCK is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 13 May 2003.

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