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YC03 XML

2003 Ford Ranger

White Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

158,968 mi
Last recorded158,968 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC03 XML
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2024 158,968 miles

Front bumper light corrosion taped up

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

bonnet have light corrosion taped up

under vehicle have light corrosion

Fail 16 Nov 2024 158,968 miles

Front bumper light corrosion taped up

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

bonnet have light corrosion taped up

under vehicle have light corrosion

Pass 26 Oct 2018 158,079 miles

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2017 157,380 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 154,226 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 150,889 miles

Offside Front slight noise

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 146,618 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 141,160 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 139,420 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 136,749 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 132,369 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 127,152 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 121,502 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2008 121,502 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 109,613 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 109,613 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 82,063 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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YC03 XML is a 2003 Ford Ranger in White with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 YC03 XML, 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.

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YC03 XML is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 15 April 2003.

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