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X839 HDU

2001 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

179,994 mi
Last recorded179,994 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2024
Typical for 2001 Ford Ranger104,096 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX839 HDU
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2024 179,994 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2023 174,358 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 168,375 miles

Nearside Front Intermediate drop arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2022 168,362 miles

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

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Intermediate drop arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 161,787 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2021 161,787 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jan 2020 155,441 miles

Front Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel play in both front steering arms (2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside chassis corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 149,206 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 142,876 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 135,659 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 128,637 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 122,120 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2015 122,072 miles

Nearside Rear front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Offside Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2014 115,771 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 108,873 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 102,616 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 97,290 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 91,420 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 85,588 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 78,228 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 70,730 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 65,052 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2006 65,051 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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X839 HDU is a 2001 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 X839 HDU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X839 HDU registered?

X839 HDU is a 2001 Ford Ranger, first registered on 31 January 2001.

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