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WL03 HGG

2003 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,091 mi
Last recorded134,091 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2017 134,091 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 2 Aug 2017 134,088 miles

Central Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 10 May 2016 109,151 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s and o/s (3.6.B.2c)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s and o/s inner and outer (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Fail 10 May 2016 109,151 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s and o/s (3.6.B.2c)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s and o/s inner and outer (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect due to dipped beam not working (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 May 2015 95,046 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 89,212 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 24 May 2013 83,734 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 79,970 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 31 May 2012 79,970 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 May 2011 72,365 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 64,191 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 57,733 miles

front number plate damaged

Pass 1 May 2008 51,603 miles

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

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

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

front number plate damaged

undertray

Pass 9 May 2007 42,973 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 33,071 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2006 33,071 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a) DANGEROUS

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 HGG is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HGG, 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.

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WL03 HGG is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 23 May 2003.

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