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YG08 XEF

2008 Ford Ranger

Silver Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

91,228 mi
Last recorded91,228 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ranger90,186 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 XEF
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 91,228 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Propshaft joint worn.

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 5 Nov 2025 91,228 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Propshaft joint worn.

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 80,489 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 73,048 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 66,122 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 66,122 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 59,303 miles

damage to front number plate

damage to n/s/r light lens

light corrosion to o/s/f wheel arch

n/s washer not working

o/s wiper

Fail 6 Oct 2021 59,303 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps dim (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

damage to front number plate

damage to n/s/r light lens

n/s washer not working

o/s wiper

Pass 11 Nov 2020 54,632 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 50,283 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 46,395 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 41,709 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 37,708 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 34,124 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2015 34,123 miles

Upper Stop lamp not working High level (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 31,293 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 17 Mar 2014 26,914 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 21,080 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Mar 2012 17,543 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Mar 2011 13,865 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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YG08 XEF is a 2008 Ford Ranger in Silver with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YG08 XEF, 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 YG08 XEF registered?

YG08 XEF is a 2008 Ford Ranger, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is YG08 XEF safe to buy?

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