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WL54 JWZ

2004 Ford Ranger

Black Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2022
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

118,874 mi
Last recorded118,874 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2021
Typical for 2004 Ford Ranger91,064 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL54 JWZ
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2021 118,874 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front rebound block missing

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear chassis sections corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

front under radiator section rusted (not structural)

rear shock absorbers covers deteriorated

Fail 24 Feb 2021 118,874 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel nut missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing wheel nut missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp likely to become detached fog lamp detached (4.5.1 (c) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front rebound block missing

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear chassis sections corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

front under radiator section rusted (not structural)

rear shock absorbers covers deteriorated

Pass 18 Feb 2020 118,362 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail shock absorber mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2020 118,357 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.9 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Split inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail shock absorber mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 117,721 miles

Both front tyres and nearside rear tyre have slight age related cracking

Corrosion on front panel under radiator very poor condition

Fail 18 Feb 2019 117,685 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp likely to become detached (4.5.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Both front tyres and nearside rear tyre have slight age related cracking

Corrosion on front panel under radiator very poor condition

Pass 15 Feb 2018 116,541 miles

Both front tyres and nearside rear tyre have slight age related cracking

Corrosion on front panel under radiator

Pass 16 Feb 2017 115,026 miles

Corrosion on front panel under radiator

Fail 16 Feb 2017 115,026 miles

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

Corrosion on front panel under radiator

Pass 17 Feb 2016 114,185 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 114,141 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 112,916 miles

Panel under radiator corroded and holed

Fail 27 Feb 2015 112,915 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Trailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

Panel under radiator corroded and holed

Pass 5 Mar 2014 111,584 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 102,146 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2013 102,146 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 89,719 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 89,719 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 75,092 miles

Exhaust bracket broken on exhaust box

Offside front fog lamp lens is broken

Fail 15 Jan 2010 61,202 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2010 61,202 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 50,195 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 50,195 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 39,441 miles

Front number plate has slight water damage

Front offside fog lamp not working reflector corrode

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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WL54 JWZ is a 2004 Ford Ranger in Black with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 WL54 JWZ, 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 WL54 JWZ registered?

WL54 JWZ is a 2004 Ford Ranger, first registered on 29 December 2004.

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