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YB04 NCC

2004 Ford Ranger

Black Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests29 (19 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate65.5%

Mileage

195,860 mi
Last recorded195,860 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Ford Ranger91,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB04 NCC
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

19 pass 10 fail
Fail 20 Apr 2026 195,860 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 185,349 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

advise corrosion on front body mounts

advise corrosion on front wings

advise corrosion on radiator crossmember

advise heavy damage to rear tub

Pass 3 May 2024 174,849 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

advise corrosion on near side front inner wing

advise heavy corrosion on radiator crossmember

advise heavy corrosion on rear tub

Fail 29 Apr 2024 174,685 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

advise corrosion on near side front inner wing

advise heavy corrosion on radiator crossmember

advise heavy corrosion on rear tub

Pass 26 Apr 2023 163,544 miles

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))

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

advise corrosion on both front inner wings

advise corrosion on near side bulkhead

advise corrosion on radiator crossmember

advise unable to fully inspect chassis by diesel tank

Fail 24 Apr 2023 163,460 miles

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis by spring mounting x3 (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

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

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))

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

advise corrosion on both front inner wings

advise corrosion on near side bulkhead

advise corrosion on radiator crossmember

advise unable to fully inspect chassis by diesel tank

Fail 6 Dec 2022 159,911 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Central Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front rad panel corroded

Offside Gearbox mounting defective ()

Pass 10 Dec 2021 151,985 miles

Both front footwell corroded

Both inner sills corroded

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

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

Fail 30 Nov 2021 151,923 miles

Central Rear Prop shaft joint excessively worn Raer prop Rear uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Both front footwell corroded

Both inner sills corroded

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2020 142,720 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 132,920 miles

rear load sensor valve getting rusty

Pass 29 Jun 2018 124,046 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 124,043 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from front (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2017 114,021 miles

rusty exhaust mount

Pass 19 May 2016 103,649 miles

light rustiness on front brake piping

Pass 18 Feb 2015 90,346 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 80,947 miles

mid exhaust box bracket getting v/rusty

Fail 17 Feb 2014 80,947 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

mid exhaust box bracket getting v/rusty

Pass 20 Feb 2013 75,446 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 65,232 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 65,232 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 61,696 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 61,689 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 57,170 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 49,043 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 49,035 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 42,966 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 42,963 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 35,519 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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YB04 NCC is a 2004 Ford Ranger in Black with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YB04 NCC, 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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YB04 NCC is a 2004 Ford Ranger, first registered on 28 May 2004.

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