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YB08 MPE

2008 Ford Ranger

Silver Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

128,528 mi
Last recorded128,528 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ranger90,186 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB08 MPE
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 128,528 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front body mounting ,corroded but not seriously weakened

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2025 123,007 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 118,379 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2023 114,467 miles

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

rear brake load sensing valve slightly poor opperation

Pass 6 Jul 2022 109,747 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 105,046 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 101,463 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 98,152 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 93,865 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 87,076 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 84,122 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2015 80,982 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 May 2014 78,262 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 29 May 2013 72,142 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 May 2013 72,142 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 58,388 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

oil level slightly low

Fail 18 Nov 2011 58,388 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

oil level slightly low

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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YB08 MPE is a 2008 Ford Ranger in Silver with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 90,186 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 YB08 MPE, 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 18 years old, this Ford Ranger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YB08 MPE registered?

YB08 MPE is a 2008 Ford Ranger, first registered on 19 June 2008.

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The MOT history for YB08 MPE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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