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WL03 KNS

2003 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

164,282 mi
Last recorded164,282 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2018 164,282 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2017 162,907 miles

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. n/s lower effort (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 157,282 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 140,214 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 130,538 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 122,850 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2012 122,799 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 114,576 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2010 106,925 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 106,925 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 99,381 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 90,826 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 90,826 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 81,292 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 81,292 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 70,769 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 70,769 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 KNS 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 70.6%.

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 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 WL03 KNS, 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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What year was WL03 KNS registered?

WL03 KNS is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 1 July 2003.

Is WL03 KNS safe to buy?

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