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WP52 GZD

2003 Ford Ranger

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2015
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

139,480 mi
Last recorded139,480 miles
Recorded on16 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP52 GZD
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 May 2014 139,480 miles

n/s front bumper end missing

Fail 13 May 2014 139,480 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s front bumper end missing

Pass 30 Apr 2013 131,241 miles

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

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

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

Speedometer signal cable burnt on exhaust

Fail 29 Apr 2013 131,241 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

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

Speedometer signal cable burnt on exhaust

Pass 18 Jan 2012 120,419 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

vehicle pulls to slightly to the right under braking.

Fail 18 Jan 2012 120,419 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

vehicle pulls to slightly to the right under braking.

Pass 8 Feb 2011 112,687 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 112,681 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 98,558 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2010 98,538 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2009 81,415 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 67,169 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2008 67,116 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2007 53,671 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2007 53,585 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jan 2006 39,126 miles

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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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WP52 GZD is a 2003 Ford Ranger in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

Across all 2003 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 94,107 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 WP52 GZD, 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 23 years old, this Ford Ranger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WP52 GZD registered?

WP52 GZD is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 23 January 2003.

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