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YB04 SDY

2004 Ford Ranger

Blue Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

112,385 mi
Last recorded112,385 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Ranger91,064 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB04 SDY
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 112,385 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

underside corroded

Fail 1 Sep 2025 112,385 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

underside corroded

Pass 18 Sep 2024 110,432 miles

Underside chassis and components showing corrosion.

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2024 110,432 miles

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

Underside chassis and components showing corrosion.

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 108,863 miles

Underside chassis and components showing corrosion.

Fail 22 Sep 2023 108,861 miles

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

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

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Underside chassis and components showing corrosion.

Pass 25 Aug 2022 107,392 miles

Chip in windscreen

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Underside chassis and components showing corrosion

Pass 6 Sep 2021 105,313 miles

Chip in windscreen

Pass 25 Sep 2020 102,229 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2020 102,229 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Service brake excessively binding Both (1.2.1 (f))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2019 99,331 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

body front panel corroded not Likely to become detached

Fail 21 Dec 2019 99,331 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

body front panel corroded not Likely to become detached

Pass 28 Nov 2018 93,225 miles

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

Nearside Front wiper slightly smearing screen

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

Pass 21 Dec 2017 90,956 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 86,942 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2016 86,942 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front wipers badly split

Pass 21 Dec 2015 84,953 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 84,953 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 82,172 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 79,506 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 75,419 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2012 75,419 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 3 Dec 2011 73,641 miles

centre exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 3 Dec 2010 68,801 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Dec 2009 59,686 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Dec 2008 49,702 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 47,172 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 47,172 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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 SDY is a 2004 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

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 SDY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YB04 SDY registered?

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

Is YB04 SDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB04 SDY shows 28 tests with a 67.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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