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WX53 VRF

2003 Ford Ranger

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

119,323 mi
Last recorded119,323 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 VRF
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2015 119,323 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Fail 3 Feb 2015 119,306 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Fail 30 Jan 2014 108,299 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 108,299 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 98,242 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 98,242 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2011 97,940 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 87,670 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 75,076 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Nov 2009 75,076 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 62,821 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 50,423 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 36,397 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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WX53 VRF is a 2003 Ford Ranger in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 WX53 VRF, 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 WX53 VRF registered?

WX53 VRF is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 13 November 2003.

Is WX53 VRF safe to buy?

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