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YC03 XMM

2003 Ford Ranger

Green Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2024
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

169,994 mi
Last recorded169,994 miles
Recorded on30 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC03 XMM
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 30 May 2023 169,994 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 May 2022 165,933 miles
Fail 4 May 2022 165,926 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2021 160,491 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2021 160,482 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive differential slightly leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2019 154,103 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Fail 17 Jul 2019 154,103 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2018 145,611 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2017 132,483 miles

Rear Exhaust mount broken, but system still supported

Fail 13 Jul 2017 132,357 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust system not adequately supported Centre (7.1.1)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Rear Exhaust mount broken, but system still supported

Pass 4 Jun 2016 118,070 miles

offside front brake binding slightly

Fail 3 Jun 2016 118,070 miles

Towbar component excessively corroded (6.6.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside front brake binding slightly

Pass 25 Apr 2015 111,525 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 111,520 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 101,650 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Mar 2014 101,650 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2012 92,562 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2012 92,552 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Nov 2011 83,487 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2010 76,341 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 65,436 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 52,866 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 49,910 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 41,074 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 32,209 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 32,209 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

o/s door mirror damaged but provides good view to rear of vehicle

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 XMM is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Green with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 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 YC03 XMM, 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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What year was YC03 XMM registered?

YC03 XMM is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 14 April 2003.

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