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Y959 PEL

2001 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

124,221 mi
Last recorded124,221 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Ford Ranger104,096 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY959 PEL
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2017 124,221 miles

both front seat belts fraying

chassis and underside corroded

exhaust corroded and weak

fuel pipes corroded

rear shockers poor

rear springs twisting

Pass 18 Aug 2016 114,512 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

front cross-member corrodedd

rear exhaust bracket broken

rear shock shrouds corroded

Fail 18 Aug 2016 114,511 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

front cross-member corrodedd

rear exhaust bracket broken

rear shock shrouds corroded

Pass 19 Aug 2015 111,870 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 108,702 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 98,808 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 91,736 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 82,470 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 82,470 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 73,040 miles

side steps fitted

Pass 1 Jul 2009 69,362 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 65,683 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 61,007 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 57,610 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 57,610 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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Y959 PEL is a 2001 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 Y959 PEL, 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 Y959 PEL registered?

Y959 PEL is a 2001 Ford Ranger, first registered on 20 July 2001.

Is Y959 PEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y959 PEL shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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