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Y3 KGF

2004 Ford Ranger

Black Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

139,127 mi
Last recorded139,127 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Ranger91,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY3 KGF
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 139,127 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 124,035 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2025 124,032 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 112,922 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 9 Jan 2024 112,912 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear by fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear by fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded valve to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2023 95,319 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2021 78,188 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Fail 27 Aug 2021 77,374 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Upper Steering locking device missing Ball Joint (2.1.3 (d))

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

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Steering locking device missing Track Rod End (2.1.3 (d))

Trailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated and likely to cause a short-circuit (4.10 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Trailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 69,270 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2020 69,270 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 62,092 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 58,634 miles

surface corrosion on metal brake pipes and fuel pipes

Pass 5 Jan 2017 54,621 miles

n/s and o/s /f brake binding slightly

Pass 7 Jan 2016 51,299 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 48,106 miles

front brake discs rusty on inner faces

rear tyres 2mm tread depth

Pass 8 Jan 2014 44,822 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 40,253 miles

centre exhaust box mounting strap in poor condition

n/s/f fog lamp broken

Pass 6 Jan 2012 34,820 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 29,729 miles

o/s/r tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 5 Jan 2010 24,505 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 29 Dec 2008 17,905 miles

exhaust box mounting bracket rusted through

Pass 27 Dec 2007 13,698 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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Y3 KGF is a 2004 Ford Ranger in Black with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 91,064 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 Y3 KGF, 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 22 years old, this Ford Ranger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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Y3 KGF is a 2004 Ford Ranger, first registered on 24 November 2004.

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