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WL51 FLX

2001 Ford Ranger

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

79,267 mi
Last recorded79,267 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2015
Typical for 2001 Ford Ranger104,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL51 FLX
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2015 79,267 miles

Rear lower x member corroded

front lower x member corroded

Pass 24 Nov 2014 72,677 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2014 72,677 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 67,381 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 61,697 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 15 Nov 2012 61,697 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 16 Nov 2011 57,276 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

slight damage to rear fog light

Pass 16 Nov 2011 57,276 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

slight damage to rear fog light

Pass 10 Nov 2010 48,882 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2010 48,879 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

clutch slaeve leaking

Fail 12 Nov 2009 41,852 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2009 41,852 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2008 34,404 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 26,752 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 23,179 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 20,516 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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WL51 FLX is a 2001 Ford Ranger in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2001 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 104,096 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 WL51 FLX, 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 25 years old, this Ford Ranger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WL51 FLX registered?

WL51 FLX is a 2001 Ford Ranger, first registered on 28 November 2001.

Is WL51 FLX safe to buy?

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