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Y617 MGX

2001 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

201,724 mi
Last recorded201,724 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Ford Ranger104,096 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY617 MGX
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2016 201,724 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 182,342 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 161,119 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 141,727 miles

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 7 Oct 2011 134,224 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 125,478 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 5 Oct 2009 114,362 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 106,685 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 106,685 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2007 96,774 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 88,360 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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Y617 MGX is a 2001 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 Y617 MGX, 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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What year was Y617 MGX registered?

Y617 MGX is a 2001 Ford Ranger, first registered on 23 May 2001.

Is Y617 MGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y617 MGX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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