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WL54 JYY

2004 Ford Ranger

Black Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

93,694 mi
Last recorded93,694 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Ford Ranger91,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 93,694 miles

underchassis and body corroded

Pass 4 Apr 2025 90,238 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear LEAF SPRINGS CORRODED

Pass 2 Jan 2024 89,795 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 83,775 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

car on underside has a light dusting of mud covering most parts

Pass 22 Dec 2021 80,281 miles

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

Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 24 Dec 2020 75,254 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2020 75,143 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 67,482 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 59,334 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Dec 2018 59,268 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached broken. (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 49,730 miles

MIDDLE EXHAUST BRACKET BROKEN OFF AROUND BOX

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Dec 2016 39,853 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 36,411 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

o/s/f tyre is slightly perished

steel wheel fitted to n/s/f

Fail 3 Mar 2014 31,720 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

NEARSIDE LIGHT UNIT SLIGHTLY DAMAGED

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 31,720 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

NEARSIDE LIGHT UNIT SLIGHTLY DAMAGED

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 2 Feb 2013 27,295 miles

n/s/f tyre outer sidewall is slightly perished and wearing on outer edge

o/s/f tyre outer sidewall is slightly perished

o/s/r tyre outer sidewall is slightly perished

slight damage to n/s/f position lamp lense

Fail 2 Feb 2013 27,295 miles

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

n/s/f tyre outer sidewall is slightly perished and wearing on outer edge

o/s/f tyre outer sidewall is slightly perished

o/s/r tyre outer sidewall is slightly perished

slight damage to n/s/f position lamp lense

Pass 12 Jan 2012 16,978 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 12,162 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 10,997 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 9,852 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 8,178 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2007 8,178 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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 JYY is a 2004 Ford Ranger in Black with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 WL54 JYY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WL54 JYY registered?

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

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The MOT history for WL54 JYY shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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