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WL08 FWG

2008 Ford Ranger

Red Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

25,663 mi
Last recorded25,663 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ranger90,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL08 FWG
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2024 25,663 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

corrosion underside and suspension components and covered in underseal oil

Fail 24 Jul 2024 25,663 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

corrosion underside and suspension components and covered in underseal oil

Nearside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2021 25,589 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 24,727 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2019 24,719 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 24,046 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 23,865 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 21,517 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 18,975 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edges and cracking on side wall but not showing cords

offside rear tyre side wall cracking on inner but not showing cords

Pass 16 May 2014 15,693 miles

nearside front tyre cracking on inner wall

offside front tyre balding on outer edge

Fail 16 May 2014 15,693 miles

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

nearside front tyre cracking on inner wall

offside front tyre balding on outer edge

Pass 13 May 2013 13,057 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 11,532 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 10,405 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 10,405 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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WL08 FWG is a 2008 Ford Ranger in Red with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2008 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 90,186 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 WL08 FWG, 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 18 years old, this Ford Ranger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WL08 FWG registered?

WL08 FWG is a 2008 Ford Ranger, first registered on 20 May 2008.

Is WL08 FWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL08 FWG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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