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WL04 GLJ

2004 Ford Ranger

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

173,191 mi
Last recorded173,191 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2018
Typical for 2004 Ford Ranger91,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL04 GLJ
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2018 173,191 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Pass 2 Dec 2016 157,327 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 153,852 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2014 141,333 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 124,074 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2013 123,842 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 30,322 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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WL04 GLJ is a 2004 Ford Ranger in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 91,064 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 WL04 GLJ, 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 22 years old, this Ford Ranger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WL04 GLJ registered?

WL04 GLJ is a 2004 Ford Ranger, first registered on 6 May 2004.

Is WL04 GLJ safe to buy?

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