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X271 FEF

2001 Ford Ranger

Red Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

169,854 mi
Last recorded169,854 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2021
Typical for 2001 Ford Ranger104,096 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX271 FEF
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Fail 28 Jun 2021 169,854 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both sides of wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both sides of wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2020 159,474 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2020 158,155 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting cab floor + out rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front offside and nearside inner wings corroded

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

both front body mounts corroded

rear body corroded nearside rear

Pass 25 Mar 2019 152,724 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play N/S and O/S (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear N/S and O/S buck corroded (in wheel arches)

chassis is generally in rusty condition

Fail 19 Mar 2019 152,640 miles

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount / outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced above spare wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively N/S ans O/S (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing has slight play N/S and O/S (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear N/S and O/S buck corroded (in wheel arches)

chassis is generally in rusty condition

Pass 5 Mar 2018 147,722 miles

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)

Fail 5 Mar 2018 147,713 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 141,836 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 135,822 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 129,943 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 122,571 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 115,414 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 115,414 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 108,404 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 100,494 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 91,385 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 82,119 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 72,792 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 66,367 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 51,587 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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X271 FEF is a 2001 Ford Ranger in Red with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 104,096 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 X271 FEF, 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 25 years old, this Ford Ranger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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X271 FEF is a 2001 Ford Ranger, first registered on 2 February 2001.

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