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YB03 RXC

2003 Ford Ranger

Red Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

87,378 mi
Last recorded87,378 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB03 RXC
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 87,378 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2026 87,378 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2025 85,914 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 84,900 miles

General Corrosion on front axle components

Pass 25 Jan 2023 83,837 miles

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Upper and Lower hinge have slight play (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 82,249 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2021 82,232 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength N/s & o/s rear leaf springs. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Corrosion on front suspension components.

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both front seats atatchment to floor. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 81,375 miles

Central Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s by fuel tank (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper suspension arm rear fixing nut corroded

Pass 27 Jun 2019 80,381 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 79,784 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 78,988 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 77,663 miles

surface rust on chassis

Fail 18 Jun 2015 77,021 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 77,021 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 11 May 2013 69,443 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 11 May 2013 69,443 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 58,269 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 46,491 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Fail 29 Mar 2011 46,379 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 35,287 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 31,790 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 31,790 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 1 May 2008 30,949 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 25,811 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 25,811 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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YB03 RXC is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Red with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 2003 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 94,107 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 YB03 RXC, 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 23 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 YB03 RXC registered?

YB03 RXC is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 13 June 2003.

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