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WX08 TKD

2008 Ford Ranger

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

167,360 mi
Last recorded167,360 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ranger90,186 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX08 TKD
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 167,360 miles

Chassis undersealed

Fail 9 Apr 2025 167,342 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (above axel) (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 167,319 miles

EML light on

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

Fail 22 Jun 2022 167,303 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint towards rear (6.1.2 (a))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front blades (3.4 (b) (ii))

EML light on

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

Pass 23 Jun 2021 158,951 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 143,741 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 133,667 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 120,051 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 113,816 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 101,003 miles

surface rust on chassis sections

surface rust on metal brakes pipes from rear brake load valve

Fail 29 May 2014 77,913 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 May 2014 77,913 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 65,202 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 52,492 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 25 May 2011 41,236 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 41,236 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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WX08 TKD is a 2008 Ford Ranger in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WX08 TKD, 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 WX08 TKD registered?

WX08 TKD is a 2008 Ford Ranger, first registered on 12 June 2008.

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